cue in

verb — 3 senses

cue in

verb
1

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

  • We should cue in the music at the end of this scene.
2

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

  • The conductor cued me in at the wrong time.
3

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

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

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