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Street Talk 2 - A Closer Look: Lesson 1

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angel
[noun]

a person who provides financial backing for a business venture, typically in its early stages

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to back
[Verb]

to support someone or something

Ex: While they were facing difficulties , we were backing them with emotional support .
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bit
[noun]

a short, often humorous act or performance, typically part of a larger routine or show

Ex: The variety show featured several bits from different performers .
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biz
[noun]

your occupation or line of work

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blooper
[noun]

a humorous or embarrassing mistake, often made during filming, recording, or live performance

Ex: Despite the blooper, the broadcast continued smoothly , and no one seemed to mind .
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to blow
[Verb]

to make a mess of or ruin something, often through reckless actions or poor decision-making

Ex: The manager 's failure to communicate crucial information to the team had the potential to blow the entire project .
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bomb
[noun]

an absolute failure

Ex: Their plan to surprise their friend was a bomb, as she already knew about it .
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boo
[interjection]

used to vocalize disapproval, dissatisfaction, or disdain, particularly in response to something disliked or unwelcome

Ex: Boo!
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break a leg
[sentence]

used to wish a person good luck, particularly before their performance

Ex: The band members gave each other a pep talk and said , Break a leg' before going on stage .
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to perform or entertain in a way that causes the audience to react with extreme enthusiasm, such as by applauding loudly or cheering

Ex: Her heartfelt acceptance speech brought the house down.
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an ending to an episode of a series that keeps the audience in suspense

Ex: As the tension reached its peak , the protagonist found themselves in a perilous situation , setting the stage for a nail-biting cliffhanger that would keep readers guessing until the next installment .
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comp
[noun]

a complimentary ticket to a performance or event, often given to critics, industry professionals, or guests

Ex: His parents got comps to his play .
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dark
[Adjective]

(of theater) closed to performances, often for maintenance, renovations, or between seasons

Ex: The audience was informed that the theater would be dark next week due to a scheduled maintenance check .
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deadpan
[Adverb]

without betraying any feeling

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to die
[Verb]

to suddenly malfunction or stop operating

Ex: The car was running smoothly until the engine suddenly died in the middle of the highway .
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the screening of two different movies, one after another

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the act of quickly looking at something or someone twice, usually due to surprise, confusion, or disbelief

Ex: I did a double take when I saw my lost childhood toy on a shelf at the antique store ; I could n't believe my eyes .
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dry run
[noun]

a practice session in preparation for a public performance (as of a play or speech or concert)

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encore
[noun]

a demand for more performance, usually expressed by an audience after a show or act has ended

Ex: The comedian returned for an encore after the audience kept clapping .
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extra
[noun]

a person hired to appear in a film or television production, typically in the background of scenes to add realism

Ex: Being an extra in the film gave him a brief glimpse of the glamorous world of movie-making .
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to fake
[Verb]

to pretend or exaggerate a feeling or condition

Ex: He could tell she was faking excitement about the news .
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flick
[noun]

a form of entertainment that enacts a story by sound and a sequence of images giving the illusion of continuous movement

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a live performance featuring singers, dancers, or musicians, often presented in nightclubs, restaurants, or casinos

Ex: The restaurant 's elegant ambiance was complemented by a floor show featuring live jazz music and professional dancers .
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flop
[noun]

something that is unsuccessful or fails to meet expectations, such as a movie, play, or product

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a situation where all seats, spaces, or accommodations are completely occupied, with no availability left

Ex: A full house at the concert made for an unforgettable atmosphere .
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gag
[noun]

a short, humorous anecdote, joke, or punchline intended to elicit laughter

Ex: During the comedy show , the comedian 's playful delivery of gags had the audience roaring with laughter .
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to be dismissed form a particular position or job

Ex: That guy's a terrible singer.
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to start doing something in the way that was planned

Ex: Well , I guess we better getting the show on the road.
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with a bang
[phrase]

in a grand or impressive manner, often used to describe the successful start of an event, party, or project

Ex: The product launch with a bang, with a viral social media campaign and record-breaking sales numbers .
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a room in a theater, a studio, etc. in which performers can relax while not performing

Ex: Decorated with posters of past productions , the theater ’s green room served as a nostalgic reminder of the countless performances and talents that had passed through .
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ham
[noun]

an actor with an exaggerated theatrical style

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has-been
[noun]

a person who was once considered famous or successful, but is no longer popular

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hit
[noun]

something, such as a movie, play, song, etc. that is very popular and successful

Ex: The young chef 's new restaurant is a hit in the culinary world .
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industry
[noun]

all of the activities, companies, and people that are involved in providing a service or producing goods

Ex: The food industry follows strict safety regulations .
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said as a way of showing praise or appreciation for someone or inviting other people to clap for them

Ex: The teacher praised the students' hard work, proclaiming, "Let's hear it for our top scholars!
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used when signaling the start of a film or TV scene, instructing lighting, camera operation, and actors to begin

Ex: The actors knew that once lights, camera, action was announced, there was no turning back.
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line
[noun]

the words recited by an actor in a play or movie

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the host and organizer of a public event who introduces acts and ensures the smooth flow of activities

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to mug
[Verb]

to exaggerate facial expressions, often in an overly dramatic or comedic way, to provoke laughter

Ex: He mugged through the entire skit , making the crowd roar with laughter .
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number
[noun]

a specific act or performance, often part of a larger show or entertainment sequence

Ex: Her dramatic solo number captivated the audience .
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one-liner
[noun]

a short, witty, and concise joke or humorous observation that is delivered in a single line

Ex: The comedy special was filled with memorable one-liners that became instant classics among fans .
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to open
[Verb]

to perform as the first act before the main show or headliner

Ex: The rising singer got a chance to open for a major artist on tour .
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to react more intensely or dramatically than is warranted by the situation

Ex: In stressful situations , it 's common for people to overreact, letting emotions take over rational thinking .
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to pan
[Verb]

to give a strong, negative review or opinion about something

Ex: The book was panned by literary experts for its lack of originality and predictable plot .
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to plug
[Verb]

to publicly praise a new book, motion picture, etc. as a way of promoting it

Ex: The comedian plugged his upcoming stand-up special , promising audiences an evening of laughter and entertainment .
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to try very hard and do everything that is possible to succeed in something

Ex: The pulled out all the stops by utilizing social media , targeted advertising , celebrity endorsements , and captivating storytelling to maximize reach and impact .
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the final part of a joke or a humorous story that is intended to make the audience laugh or surprise them with a clever twist or unexpected ending

Ex: The punch line of the argument was so obvious that it made me roll my eyes .
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road show
[noun]

a traveling event or series of presentations held in different locations to showcase products, services, performances, or ideas to a wide audience

Ex: The university organized a road show to showcase its programs and facilities to prospective students in different regions .
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a period of clapping by an audience to show appreciation for a performance or speech

Ex: The guest speaker ’s inspiring words earned him a round of applause.
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an uninterrupted rehearsal

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to scalp
[Verb]

sell illegally, as on the black market

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sellout
[noun]

the selling of an entire stock of something

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to shelve
[Verb]

hold back to a later time

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showgirl
[noun]

a female performer known for elaborate costumes and dance routines in cabaret or revue shows

Ex: Showgirls in Broadway productions bring an element of glamour and sophistication to the stage .
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sight gag
[noun]

a joke whose effect is achieved by visual means rather than by speech (as in a movie)

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sitcom
[noun]

a humorous show on television or radio with the same characters being involved with numerous funny situations in different episodes

Ex: The actor became famous for his role in a popular sitcom.
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a television or radio drama that focuses on realistic, ongoing character relationships and everyday life situations, often serialized

Ex: The network ’s latest situation drama explores family conflicts and career struggles .
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a pornographic movie

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slapstick
[noun]

a comedy with deliberate clumsiness and humorously embarrassing events

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sleeper
[noun]

a movie, novel, play, etc. that is initially underappreciated, but gains sudden and unexpected success later on

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slot
[noun]

a designated period of time in a television schedule for a specific program

Ex: The producer fought to secure a better slot for the season premiere .
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smash
[noun]

something that is extremely successful, such as a song, motion picture, play, etc.

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special
[noun]

a television program that is produced for a particular event or occasion

Ex: The channel ran a special episode celebrating the show’s anniversary.
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spoof
[noun]

a genre of film characterized by humorous or satirical imitation of other films, genres, or cultural phenomena

Ex: " Spaceballs " is a classic spoof of science fiction movies like " Star Wars , " filled with silly jokes and exaggerated characters that lovingly mock the genre .
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spot
[noun]

a segment of a television or radio show assigned to a particular person or a type of performance

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a form of comedic performance where a comedian delivers jokes and humorous observations to an audience while standing on a stage

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a performer who acts as stooge to a comedian

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take
[noun]

a single recording of a scene or shot in theater or film

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Trades
[noun]

industry publications, such as The Hollywood Reporter and Variety, that provide news, analysis, and updates about the entertainment business

Ex: News of the director ’s next project spread quickly through the trades.
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turkey
[noun]

a film, play, etc. that is considered a complete failure by many

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move upstage, forcing the other actors to turn away from the audience

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walk-on
[noun]

a small, non-speaking role played by an actor who appears briefly on screen, often as a background character or extra

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to complete a meeting, task, agreement, etc.

Ex: It 's time to wrap up the project and present the final results .
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write-up
[noun]

a written account in a newspaper to review a book, performance, or event

Ex: The travel magazine published a feature write-up on the picturesque coastal town , enticing readers to visit its scenic attractions .
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business
[noun]

(in acting) small physical actions or gestures performed by an actor to add realism, character depth, or engagement to a scene, often unscripted or minimally directed

Ex: His nervous business with the coffee cup helped convey his character 's anxiety .
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