Clue and Nod

Clue

Clue noun - A slight or indirect pointing to something (as a solution or explanation).

Usage example: vainly searched for a clue to the answer

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Nod and clue are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Nod" instead a noun "Clue".

Nearby Words: clueless, clued, cluing

Nod noun - The act of nodding the head.

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Clue and nod are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Clue" instead a noun "Nod".

Nearby Words: nodded, nodding

good	good clue	good nod
best	best clue	best nod
long	long clue	long nod
particular	particular clue	particular nod
Other adjectives: brief, direct, single, obvious, blatant, simple, small, definite, real, big, huge, little, slight, subtle, early, major, vague, possible, minor, odd, double, visual.

Either way, this is a simple nod rather than a plot-important clue.

Source: Video Game / Pokémon Super Mystery Dungeon
You put your trust and your belief Above your jaw, and nor relief have I found Call Back and Continuity Nod: The water tubs on the album cover show the words "hot" and "rats", giving the first clue that this album is a Spiritual Successor to "Hot Rats".

Source: Music / Waka/Jawaka

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