Clue
Clue noun - A slight or indirect pointing to something (as a solution or explanation).
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Synonyms for Clue
Exposition and clue are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Exposition" instead a noun "Clue".
Exposition
Exposition noun - A public showing of objects of interest.
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Synonyms for Exposition
Clue and exposition are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Clue" instead a noun "Exposition".
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How words are described
| good | good clue | good exposition |
| musical | musical clue | musical exposition |
| long | long clue | long exposition |
| particular | particular clue | particular exposition |
| Other adjectives: brief, helpful, blatant, simple, actual, real, little, subtle, important, vital, key, new, useful, vague, minor, further, additional, crucial, last, relevant. | ||
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- Happens in every episode of Murder, She Wrote, with each mystery solved by Jessica Fletcher outlining a visual clue that was shown earlier in the episode, and a clip of said visual clue playing back for exposition.
Source: Eagle-Eye Detection -
Exposition: Noland's role is essentially to show up and clue the other characters (and audience) in.
Source: Film / Predators -
Exposition: Lupin and Archer take turns filling this spot, to clue the viewer in on details concerning the statues, the Loyd Insurance Co., and Harimao himself.
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