Segue

usgb/ˈseɡweɪ/
noun

It means a smooth transition from one topic or section to the next.

The band provided an instrumental segue between the two songs.
Visual representation of "segue" - It means a smooth transition from one topic or section to the next.

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  • make a segue
  • provide a segue
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Music and Speech

Often used in music and talking to connect parts naturally.

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Her speech had a perfect segue between personal stories and professional advice.
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Conversation Flow

Use 'segue' to indicate a conversation is shifting topics effortlessly.

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He made a seamless segue from discussing weather to his travel experiences.
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Audiovisual Cue

In performances, a segue often lacks a pause, indicating continuous flow.

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The play used music to segue between scenes without dropping the energy.
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