20 entries under clue topic. ×
| maneuver | |
| gimmick | |
| ploy(noun, cause, trick, con, excuse) | |
| diversion(noun, change, cover, trick, detail) | |
| bait | |
| deviation(noun, change, trick, departure, path) | |
| distraction | |
| smoke screen(noun, expression, action, cover, trick) | |
| attention-grabber | |
| commotion | |
| curve ball | |
| disturbance | |
| false trail | |
| interruption | |
| wild-goose chase(noun, case) | |
| distractor | |
| diversionary tactic | |
| false clue | |
| false face | |
| fool's errand |
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