cue off
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To cause (an emotional reaction); to take as a starting point.
Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt
Gây ra (một phản ứng tình cảm); lấy làm điểm xuất phát
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Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
The sight cued off a panic attack.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “cue off” mean?
To cause (an emotional reaction); to take as a starting point.
Is “cue off” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.