Clue and Pointer

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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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Pointer is a synonym for clue in hint topic. In some cases you can use "Pointer" instead a noun "Clue", when it comes to topics like speech, matter, indication. popular alternative

Nearby Words: clueless, clued, cluing

Pointer

Pointer noun - A piece of advice or useful information especially from an expert.

Usage example: the instructor gave me a few pointers but otherwise let me do the cooking by myself

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Clue is a synonym for pointer in indication topic. You can use "Clue" instead a noun "Pointer", if it concerns topics such as speech, matter, hint. popular alternative

Nearby Words: point, pointed, pointing, pointy

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good	good clue	good pointer
right	right clue	right pointer
single	single clue	single pointer
obvious	obvious clue	obvious pointer
Other adjectives: actual, little, biggest.

Both words in one sentence

Point-and-Click Game: You can get a clue as to what to do by moving your mouse around the screen and watching for the pointer to change appearance.

Source: Video Game / Sherlock Holmes: Secret of the Silver Earring

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