softclues
nounUK /ˈsɒft kluːz/
US /ˈsɔft kluz/
Softclues are gentle hints that help you guess something.
The teacher gave us softclues about the surprise party without saying what it was.
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2. Quiet sounds or signals that guide you in a game.
The softclues in the treasure hunt were tiny bells ringing far away.
3. Small, kind suggestions given to help someone learn.
Mom gave me softclues while I practiced the piano.
4. Faint marks or traces that help solve a puzzle.
We found softclues in the sand that showed which way the dog ran.