segue
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Verb — To move smoothly from one topic, activity, or piece of music into another without an abrupt break.
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How to use segue
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Etymology
Borrowed from Italian segue, "it follows," originally a musical direction meaning the next passage should play without a pause.
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What does “segue” mean?
The word “segue” means to move smoothly from one topic, activity, or piece of music into another without an abrupt break. In plain terms, a smooth, natural shift from one subject or scene to the next.
How do you pronounce “segue”?
“Segue” is pronounced SEHG-way (/ˈsɛɡweɪ/ in IPA).
How do you use “segue” in a sentence?
Here is “segue” used in a sentence: “The host segued smoothly from the interview into the next story.”
What part of speech is “segue”?
Depending on how it is used, “segue” can be a verb and a noun.
Where does the word “segue” come from?
The word “segue” comes from Italian. Borrowed from Italian segue, "it follows," originally a musical direction meaning the next passage should play without a pause.
How many meanings does “segue” have?
“Segue” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to move smoothly from one topic, activity, or piece of music into another without an abrupt break.