Question

Tomas could not find a trace of Nancy in the apartment; it was as if she had never been there at all.

What is the meaning of the word trace in this sentence?

Answer 1

He could not find a hint; He could not find a sign; He could not find a trail; He could not find a clue.

Answer 2

Trace means that he couldn’t find a piece of her anywhere. Like if she was never there