This small clue is just one piece of the puzzle.
piece of the puzzle
idiomA clue that contributes to the solution of a mystery.
The witness provided a new piece of the puzzle that helped the police solve the mystery.
Every document discovered in the archives served as a vital piece of the puzzle, slowly revealing the truth behind the historical event.
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chess piece
A person being manipulated by another, being used to some end.
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Chinese puzzle
A senseless situation.
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give someone a piece of one's mind
To express one's opinion strongly; to voice one's disagreement or dissatisfaction, especially with another person; to scold or rebuke someone.
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piece of ass
An act of sexual intercourse, especially a one-night stand.
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piece of cake
A job, task or other activity that is pleasant or, by extension, easy or simple.
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piece of crap
Synonym of piece of shit.
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piece of shit
A bad thing; an object of poor quality.
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piece of someone
A chance to find out something interesting about someone.