cue up
The phrase "cue up" is commonly used in media production, sports, and theater to indicate preparation for an action or event.
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Definition
B2Media Production
(technical)To prepare an audio or video recording to start from a specific point.
Example
- Please cue up the next song on the playlist.
B2Theater
(idiomatic)To arrange people or things so they are ready for their signals or actions.
Example
- The stage manager will cue up the actors for their entrances.
C1Sports
(technical)To aim at the cue ball with the cue stick in games like billiards or snooker.
Example
- He took a moment to cue up before making the shot.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "cue up":
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