cue
Prononciation : [kjuː]
Mot
Contexte : « theater »
(noun) a signal for an actor to start speaking or doing something. It's like when someone gives you a signal that it’s your turn to talk.
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When the lights dimmed, it was her cue to go on stage.
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He missed his cue and stood awkwardly after everyone else had started.
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Did you catch your cue during the performance?
Contexte : « behavior »
(noun) a suggestion or hint that helps someone know what to do next. It’s like when you see someone doing something and it gives you an idea of what to do.
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She took his smile as a cue to join the conversation.
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He didn’t notice the subtle cue that it was time to leave.
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What cue did you use to start the game?
Contexte : « behavior »
(verb) to give someone a signal or hint about what to do next. It’s like nudging a friend to help them understand it’s their turn.
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She cued him to start singing by nodding her head.
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He didn’t cue his teammate, so they were confused about when to act.
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Can you cue me when it's my turn?
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