Phrase guide

cue in

verb · 4 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

Definitions and examples are grouped by meaning. Pronunciation, history, word forms, translations, descendants, synonyms, antonyms, derived terms, and related words appear whenever the source provides them.

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Pronunciation

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1

verb

Meaning 1

To add elements (dialogue, music, special effects) to a specific spot in a script.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: transitive

Examples

  • We should cue in the music at the end of this scene.

Meaning relationships

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2

verb

Meaning 2

To signal (someone) to join a performance or to begin a task at a particular moment.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: transitive

Examples

  • The conductor cued me in at the wrong time.

Meaning relationships

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3

verb

Meaning 3

To identify and understand signals, emotions, body language, subtext, etc.; to connect with someone.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: intransitive

Examples

  • A good therapist can cue in to even the toughest of clients.

Meaning relationships

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Antonyms: none provided

4

verb

Meaning 4

Misspelling of clue in.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: alt-of, misspelling

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History

Etymology

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