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The muddy footprint was a clue.
What does Clue mean?
A clue is a hint that helps you figure something out.
Dictionary definition
A detail that helps you understand or solve something.
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Clue in a sentence
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Each clue helped the detective solve the mystery.
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A clue gives information that points toward an answer or explanation.
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What does clue mean?
Clue means a detail that helps you understand or solve something.
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Which word or phrase is closest in meaning to clue?
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Which word or phrase is a good contrast to clue?
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MeaningClue means A clue is a hint that helps you figure something out.
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A clue is a piece of information that helps you solve a problem or mystery.
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A clue is not the same as an answer. A clue helps you find the answer, but it may not solve everything by itself.
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Write one sentence that shows clue without using the word clue. Model sentence: The broken branch helped the hikers figure out which path the deer took. Clue words: broken branch, helped, figure out, which path Now try your own sentence. Ask: Does my sentence show information that helps solve something?
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Ask students to explain this model sentence: 'The muddy footprint was a clue about who entered the house.' Why does clue fit better than answer?
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