How to Use "Clue" with Example Sentences

clue (n): information that helps you find an answer or solve a crime or problem

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Used with adjectives:

"The robber left an important clue."
(important, useful, valuable, vital)

"What does this mysterious clue mean?"
(mysterious, cryptic, strange)

"She left an obvious clue."
(obvious, visual, subtle)

Used with verbs:

"The painting contains clues about the artist's personality."
(contains, holds, offers)

"Please give me a clue."
(give)

"Please provide any clues to help police solve the crime."
(provide, offer)

"Scientists are hunting for clues."
(be + hunting, be + searching, be + looking)

"We're hoping to discover some new clues."
(discover, find, uncover, piece together)

"You missed the clue!"
(missed)

Used with prepositions:

"Can you give us a clue about how it started?"
(about, of, as to)