Follow hint (5)

I believe the answer is:

trace

I believe this clue is a double definition.

'follow' is the first definition.
(synonyms)

'hint' is the second definition.
(synonyms)

(Other definitions for trace that I've seen before include "Discover - modicum" , "Smidgen" , "Make a copy using transparent paper" , "Vestige; manage to find" , "strap for drawing carriage" .)

I've seen this clue in The Hindu.

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