cue
Example Sentences
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Judd Trump swept to a commanding 10-4 victory over Neil Robertson but expressed concern about his cue tip as he reached the final of the Tour Championship in Manchester.
From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026
“The rattlesnakes use the warm temperature,” Taylor said, “as a cue for when it’s time for them to come out and start being active.”
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026
His only skill of note: He can make himself cry on cue.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026
For high-income earners, especially those nearing or already in retirement, this is your cue to update the tax playbook.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 16, 2026
As if on cue, Jay lets out a piercing "Right, right, riiight!"
From "Born Behind Bars" by Padma Venkatraman
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.