Okay Joey, first of all Kash Ford is not people. Second of all, what did he say when you told him I was pregnant?

I didn’t tell him. I didn’t know if you were telling people. This is back when I thought Kash was still people.

Good-good, don’t tell him. Don’t tell him. Just have him call me okay?

Rach look, I really don’t think that’s such a great…

Okay, you go do it! I’ll come back to that set! I’ll meet more actors! I’ll meet ‘em all!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Rachel's emotional outburst is a declaration of her own intentions and frustration, effectively shutting down Joey's previous attempt to express concern and not inviting a direct response from him.


Oh, like you don’t already have everything.

Phoebe, your in pain, would you just go to the dentist, just go.

rachel addressed phoebe, not gunther (ground truth)

Explanation: Gunther is a BYSTANDER as Rachel is directly addressing Phoebe about her pain and urging her to go to the dentist, an exchange that does not involve Gunther.


Fine, we'll call the next one Ella.

(a little confused) Okay, um... I don't want her watching our baby.

Ross, I am trying to help her become a better person. This is a huge    breakthrough for her! She just offered to do something for another human being!!

ross was addressed by rachel and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Rachel directly addressed him and responded to his concern about Phoebe watching their baby, requiring his further input in their ongoing debate.


Oh, Monica, grow up!

Nothing. Just something I want to get Phoebe’s opinion on for Valentine’s Day.

phoebe did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Monica's statement "Just something I want to get Phoebe’s opinion on for Valentine’s Day" is an announcement of intent to ask for her opinion, not a direct question that requires an immediate response from Phoebe.


Okay. Just give us a second. Ross! (They walk away from the desk.)

I really think they’re out of rooms.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as she just called Ross and he responded with a statement directly to her about their shared situation, inviting her to continue the exchange.


You a little sad about that sweetheart?

I have to tie my shoe, so you go ahead, I'll catch up.

Okay. (Starts running crazily with her arms flapping and her legs far apart) Come on! That's not running! Let's go! (Rachel pauses, then follows, embarrassed.)

rachel was addressed by phoebe and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as Phoebe's "Come on! That's not running! Let's go!" is a direct challenge and invitation for Rachel to join her, prompting a verbal response.


(to Rachel) Uh, how long until they announce the numbers, Mommy?

(looks around) I'll take this one too (to Ross) Uh ... Mommy?

Oh, I've gotten into the habit of calling Rachel "Mommy" when we're around Emma. Which I now realize we are not ...

ross addressed rachel, not chandler (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Chandler is an active participant, but Ross has just finished explaining his use of "Mommy" directly to him, concluding the immediate exchange without posing a new question.


Good idea. Where do you want to go to lunch?

Awww! Mel Torme died.

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, and Joey's emotional announcement about Mel Torme's death creates an opportunity for her to react to the news or acknowledge his statement.


Oh-ho, it'll be back. Oh-ho, there's nobody in the room.

Look, I'm sorry, I thought it looked pretty.

chandler did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Ross's apology and justification serve as a concluding statement that does not directly prompt a further response from Chandler.


Ah. Joey you’re-you’re having lunch with my mom?

No, I-I just heard lunch. But yeah, I can go. Sure! (They all exit.)

(To Chandler) Y’know what? Actually I’m kinda glad they’re leaving ‘cause uh, I need to talk to you about something.

Explanation: BYSTANDER; Ross has just addressed Chandler directly, indicating a private conversation between them that does not involve Joey.


Who are those people?

Oh, that's Nana, right there in the middle. (Reads the back) 'Me and the gang at Java Joe's'.

Wow, Monica, you look just like your grandmother. How old was she there?

monica was addressed by rachel and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Rachel directly addressed her and asked a specific question about her grandmother's age.


Okay, Joey's doing the ceremony and Chandler's giving you away.

Oh, okay. Hi new dad. (Chandler waves)

(to Monica) Is it okay that I want you to wear that head set in bed tonight?

monica did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as Chandler just addressed her directly with a suggestive question, but she might stay silent to let the playful, slightly inappropriate remark hang in the air.


Phoebe, the place has emptied because of him.

Oh my God, he’s not even appreciated in his own time. I would give anything to not be appreciated in my own time!

rachel did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Phoebe's last utterance is a personal reflection on the situation rather than a direct question or prompt for Rachel to respond immediately.


No I-I-I would love to be around for you and the baby. And we-we can just try it like on a temporary basis.

But Ross, its you and me!

So? Sure! But it-it wouldn’t be anything romantic. And I’m-I’m dating Mona—Damnit Mona! I was supposed to meet her like an hour ago! What is wrong with me?!

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because she is in a direct, personal exchange with Ross about their relationship and the baby, and Ross's most recent utterance directly addresses her previous statement, even though he gets distracted.


Seriously, Ross, you don't want in on this?

No! Do you know what your odds are of winning the lottery? I...I mean you have a better chance of being struck by lightning 42 times.

I like those odds!

Seriously you guys, I can't believe you're going to spend 250 dollars on the lottery, I mean that's such a bunch of boohaki.

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Ross's most recent utterance is a general statement of disbelief directed at "you guys" about spending money on the lottery, not a direct question or prompt for Joey to offer a further defense.


Phoebe, you get the bear, uhm, Joey, you get the robot, and Chandler    and I get the dog. Ok, and the race is going to go (Takes two cups and marks    the start and finish lines with them) from here to here. Now the one who comes    in last, stays!

Ok, on your mark... Get set... GO!!!

(to the dog) What are you barking at?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Monica's last utterance is an aside directed to the dog, not a comment or question intended for Chandler or any other human participant to respond to.


Oh, y’know what? Since I’m here, I think I’m gonna have me a little beer on the port side. (Grabs and opens one.)

Okay Joey, we’re luffing a little bit, so could you tighten up the cunningham? (The mainsail has started to flap in the wind and has stopped working efficiently; she wants him to tighten it so that it starts working again.)

Uh, wow, you just said a bunch of stuff I didn’t know there.

Joey, come on! We just went over this! (She does it instead.)

Oh, y’know, when we did that was when that bird was flying overhead with the fish in his mouth. Did you see it? It was gross!

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Joey's most recent utterance is a tangent about a bird and a general observation ("Did you see it?") that doesn't require her to respond, especially since she has already taken over the task she was instructing him to do.


Well, Rachel wants to take swing dance lessons. Which I think is a really stupid idea! It's dangerous, she's never gonna get what she wants, and who knows who she might (Turns to look at Ross) end up hurting.

I'm gonna do it.

All right, Rachel, I know-I know you think I'm crazy, please, before you tell him you love him, just-just try to find one person who thinks this is a good idea. Because I bet you, you can't.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as Monica has just directly addressed her, challenging her to find someone who supports her decision to tell "him" she loves him.


You two will have very hairy children.

Okay, I didn't know you would say that.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Ross's comment is a direct reaction to Phoebe's previous statement, acknowledging it rather than inviting a further response from her.


No, it’s not. I mean you-you made me your best man and I totally let you down!

Hey, come on, it’s not your fault.

Yeah, it is! You wouldn’t have lost the ring, right? Y’know what, Ross you were right from the start, he (Chandler) should be your best man.

get to choose my best man, and I want both you guys.

Hey, both you guys should be up there with me. I mean, you two are-are my… I mean, I’m lucky to have just one good… (They all start getting emotional.)

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as Ross is directly addressing both him and Joey with an emotional statement about their friendship, which is still unfolding and has not yet concluded or passed the turn.


Couldn’t sleep last night you know, then I started worrying about this big divisional meeting that I have later today, the more I worried about it the more I couldn’t sleep.  Y’know? I was like, if I fall asleep now I’ll get six hours sleep, but if I fall asleep now I’ll get five hours sleep. Not matter what I did I couldn’t fall asleep.

You know what you should’ve done, you should have told yourself that little story.

Phoebe did the signs!

Look at all the stuff people sent!

Explanation: Chandler is a BYSTANDER as Monica and Phoebe have shifted the conversation to a new topic about "the signs" and "stuff people sent," which is not directed at Chandler and moves away from his previous discussion about sleep.


Chandler! (Joey and his grandmother shush them and wave them away, which they do.) Okay, let me get this straight, it's okay for you to flirt, but not for me.

Oh, I'm so glad we cleared that up. Look, I'm sorry, some things are different for men and for women.

Go on, teach me something about men and women.

Okay, I've already taught you so much already, but whatever. See when you flirt with a guy you think, "I'm just flirting, no big deal." But the guy is thinking, "Finally! Somebody who wants to sleep with me!"

Well that's pathetic!

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Monica's "Well that's pathetic!" is a reactive statement expressing her opinion on his previous point, not a direct question or prompt for him to continue speaking immediately.


Joseph Francis Tribbiani are you home yet?!!

Umm, I think he’s still out. What’s wrong?

Well, I’ll tell you Rachel Karen Green, I had plans with Joey tonight and he left me this note. (Hands it to Rachel.)

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Phoebe directly addressed her by name, explained her situation regarding Joey, and handed her a note, prompting Rachel to respond to the information and the physical object.


What have I not told you?

Oh, I don't know. Umm, how about the fact that the underwear out there on the telephone pole is yours from when you were having sex with Fun Bobby out on the terrace.

Wait a minute, who told you? [turns to Chandler who's looking sheepish] You are dead meat.

chandler was addressed by monica and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Monica directly addressed Chandler, turning to him and accusing him, which prompts him to respond to her accusation.


Oh, I knew something had to be wrong, because my fingernails did not grow at all yesterday.

Yeah, well, I guess they had a fight, and he got drunk....

Explanation: BYSTANDER. Chandler is continuing a narrative about "they" having a fight and "he" getting drunk, which does not directly engage with Phoebe's previous tangential comment about her fingernails.


Yeah, right Monica. I'm so sorry.

(suddenly starts issuing him out) Ah, it's an honest mistake. It could    happen to anyone. All right, see ya.

Explanation: Chandler is a BYSTANDER as Monica is directly addressing and dismissing Joey, making it a private exchange between them that doesn't involve Chandler.


Why, it's dinner for six. 5 steaks, and an eggplant for Phoebe.

Yeah, we switched meat suppliers at work, and the new guys gave me the steaksas sort of a thank-you.

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Monica is explaining the origin of the steaks for dinner to the entire group, including Ross, making a general reaction or comment from him appropriate.


Ahh, toilet seat covers! Is that what you were doing while I was getting gas?

And for Ross, Mr. Sweet-tooth.

You got me a cola drink?

Well this, this is too much, I feel like I should get you another sweater.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, Joey should be silent because Ross's last utterance is a self-contained expression of gratitude and a lighthearted offer, rather than a direct question or prompt for Joey to speak.


You’re kidding! And he plays rugby?! That’s so funny. (Realises) Ohh! I see how you did that. All right.

of me playing rugby with him was like hilarious. So I’m gonna show her how tough I really am!

(starts laughing, Ross stares at her) I’m sorry. I’m sorry. You’re right, you are a tough guy. You’re the toughest palaeontologist I know.

Look, don’t worry about me. Okay? I’ll just stay real energetic and stay away from the ball. I’ll uh, I’ll be that guy right out of the circle. (He points to a player who starts running and then gets viscously tackled from behind.)

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as she just made a sarcastic comment to Ross, and his subsequent self-deprecating remark and the visual of the tackled player invite her to respond to the ongoing humorous exchange about his rugby skills.


Why would I eat my own arm?

Well you wouldn't, but we own the paper, we can print whatever we want.

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Chandler's declarative statement about owning the paper and printing what they want is a concluding remark that does not directly prompt Ross for a follow-up.


She's already fluffed that pillow... Monica, you know, you've already fluffed that- (Monica glares at her.) -but, it's fine!

Look , I'm sorry, guys, I just don't wanna give them any more ammunition than they already have.

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as she was just directly addressed and glared at by Monica, and Monica's subsequent apology to "guys" creates an opening for Phoebe to respond to the explanation.


Y’know what?! It doesn’t matter! It doesn’t matter what you believe! What matters is what happened!

Okay. So these signals Ross, explain this to me, ‘cause maybe I need to be more careful. I mean, am I sending you these signals right now?

Y’know what? Y’know what? Rachel, just-just drop it.

No please, show me how I begged you!

I can show you, I have it on videotape! (Stunned silence) It’s an expression.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Ross's shocking revelation about having a videotape, followed by his attempt to downplay it as "an expression," creates a moment of stunned silence where no immediate response is expected.


Ow, that had to hurt!

Hey, it’s your Thanksgiving too, y'know, instead of watching football, you could help.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Phoebe's general complaint about watching football instead of helping is not a direct address or question to Rachel that requires her specific response.


Anyway, err... I need to borrow some money.

Oh! Sure! How much? Two thousand dollars?

Yes! Two thousand dollars exactly! How do you know that! (Joey begins   writing a cheque)

Err...Well I...Know how much you used to make and I know how much your   rent is. (shrugs)

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, and Joey just finished explaining how he knew the amount, providing a complete answer to Chandler's direct question.


I've never given her a cookie. Have you?

I gotta a lot of nice stuff to say about you guys, ok? And I know how    much you wanna have a baby, you know, and I would love to help you get one.

You know what? Then, Joey, we want you to do it.

Thank you! Alright, let me see how I'm gonna start... "Dear baby    adoption decider people..."

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Joey is now speaking to himself as he begins to formulate the adoption letter, not directly addressing Monica for a response.


Okay, I wanna be sexy again so I'm trying to catch a cold. It should be easy, supposedly they're pretty common.

Phoebe, you'll catch pneumonia.

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Phoebe's latest utterance, "Well, how-how-how is that possible? You barely know her!", appears to be a non-sequitur or.


Chandler, come on, you're gonna find somebody.

How do you know that? How?

I don't know, I'm just tryin' to help you out.

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Joey's last utterance directly responded to Chandler's question about how Joey knows he'll find someone, prompting Chandler to acknowledge the answer or continue the exchange.


Why aren't you guys at the movie?

Well, we were! But Ross was talking so loud on his phone they threw us out!

I had to talk loud because the movie was loud!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Ross just offered a defense for his actions that doesn't directly solicit a further response from Joey, allowing for a natural pause in their exchange.


What are you talking about? I love them! (Looks into the cage) Yeah, I had a tarantula when I was a kid. But it-it died, because my cat ate it. And then, then my cat died. But Joey, isn't this cool?

Is it on me? I feel, I feel like it's on me! I got, hey! (He storms into his room)

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because she just addressed Joey directly about the tarantula, and his panicked reaction and exit leave her question unanswered and the situation unresolved.


So where you gettin' it?

I think on my shoulder. [Ross enters]

ross was addressed by phoebe and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: BYSTANDER Ross has just entered the room, creating an opportunity for him to acknowledge his presence or ask about the topic of conversation.


Ross, how could you let this happen?

I don't know, God, I... well, it's not like she's a regular mom, y'know? She's, she's sexy, she's...

You don't think my mom's sexy?

Well... not in the same way...

I'll have you know that Gloria Tribbiani was a handsome woman in her day, alright? You think it's easy giving birth to seven children?

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Joey's strong defensive declaration about his mother, ending with a rhetorical question, serves as a conclusive statement that doesn't directly solicit an immediate verbal response from Ross.


What...that scene I saw was so good!

Well, I'm feeling really insecure about the one we are shooting tomorrow...

Joey, is this that thing that you do when you say you're bad so I'll give you a compliment?

A little. Yeah no, I really am worried, you know, I mean I have to make it convincing that I'm in love with Olivia.

So...I've never played that!

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT in the ongoing discussion about Joey's acting insecurity, and his latest statement is a direct continuation of his explanation to her.


Oh good! Can I tell her?! Can I tell her?!

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Rachel's question "Well, do you want to hear what actually happened or Joey’s lewd version?" is directed to a third party to choose between her version and Joey's, not an invitation for Joey to speak further.


Guys, do you think we should ask Ross to come along?

(sarcastic) Oh please, can’t I come to your special, magical cabin?

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Ross just delivered a sarcastic rhetorical question about himself in response to Joey's earlier suggestion, which doesn't require an immediate direct follow-up from Joey.


Oh my god, oh my god, oh my god!

Ok, all right. We want to hear everything. Monica, get the wine and unplug thephone. Rachel, does this end well or do we need to get tissues?

Oh, it ended very well.

Ok, all right, let's hear about the kiss. Was it like, was it like a soft brushagainst your lips? Or was it like a, you know, a "I gotta have you now" kind ofthing?

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Phoebe previously addressed her directly about the story's outcome, and the current question about the kiss is a natural continuation of the narrative she is privy to.


Yeah, see... you were all worried for nothing.

It's football... It's just football... This is great!    This is the first time I've ever enjoyed football... It may be customary to    get a beer... (Chandler walks to the fridge, his back turned to the TV and a    moaning sound replaces the cheering of the crowd... Joey's eyes double in size...)    What the... (Chandler turns around, but Joey already took a sprint for Chandler,    jumps, and floors Chandler in the open space in front of the apartment door...)    What are you doing?

You don't wanna see what I just saw! (at this moment    Monica comes home, and sees Chandler flat on his back on the floor and Joey    pinning him down)

What are you guys doing? (Monica hears the moaning    coming from the TV and looks at it) Oh my God, is that Richard? (It only takes    a split second for Joey to realise, he pulls Monica down by her jacket, and    she falls, face down next to Chandler. Chandler gets up a bit, and Joey quickly    covers Chandler's eyes with his hand.)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Although Monica initially addressed Chandler and Joey, her immediate follow-up question about Richard and Joey's action of pulling Monica down and covering Chandler's eyes shifts the focus away from Chandler, making it inappropriate for him to speak.


Hey, I can handle it! All right?

Please, Ross, you-you got hurt playing badminton with my dad.

And is a hum, kinda like a scruddle?

Well, you should’ve seen the guy that she used to go out with. I mean, he’s like Joe Rugby.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Ross's most recent utterance is a descriptive statement about someone else, not a direct question or prompt for Rachel to respond, allowing her to stay silent.


Oh, we’re having a big party tomorrow night. Later! (Starts for the door.)

Whoa! Hey-hey, you planning on inviting us?

Hey!! Get your ass back here, Tribbiani!! (Joey walks back in, scared.)

phoebe addressed joey, not rachel (ground truth)

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Phoebe has now directly commanded Joey to return, shifting the immediate focus of the conversation to Phoebe's interaction with him.


Ask them if it would be faster if we cut the baby’s face off the    penis, so we can put it on the bunny. (pause). That is a weird sentence!

Oh! Believe you me! I am going to bring this cake back, I don't even    want it in my home... (Turns towards the cake and sees Joey trying to take a    piece and yells at him) Joey, don't touch it!!

joey was addressed by rachel and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Rachel directly addressed Joey by yelling at him not to touch the cake, which requires a response from him.


You obviously haven't tasted my Palmolive potatoes!

Hey! Hey, guess what Joey has!

ross addressed joey, not chandler (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT. Ross has just initiated a new topic with a rhetorical question about Joey, inviting the group to guess, which does not directly address Chandler or require his immediate response.


Okay, you guys spend waaaay too much time together. (Goes back inside and shuts the door)

Okay, I'm scum, I'm scum.

Ross, how could you let this happen?

ross was addressed by joey and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Joey directly addressed him with a question about the situation, prompting him to respond.


Why the hell didn't you tell me!

I'm sorry. What was I supposed to do stand up and shout 'Hey, Rachel, your butt is showing!'

Oh my God this is sooo humiliating. I think the only thing that tops that was, was, was when I was in the eight grade and I had to sing the Copa Cabana in front of the entire school. I think I got about two lines into it before I ran and freaked out. Oh my God, my entire life is flashing before my eyes.

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Rachel is continuing to express her humiliation about the situation they were just discussing, making it an ongoing emotional exchange that invites his response.


Chandler, nobody likes breaking up with someone. You just gotta do it.

No, I know, but it's just so hard, you know? I mean, you're sitting there with her, she has no idea what's happening, and then you finally get up the courage to do it, and there's the horrible awkward moment when you've handed her the note.

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, and Chandler is continuing to elaborate on his feelings about the difficulty of breaking up, which was the topic Monica initiated, without directly prompting Monica for a further response.


I don't have travel insurance.

Well, this is what happens when people live on the edge!

Why don't you take Ross?

Uh, don't you think that would be a little weird? I mean, two guys in a romantic inn...

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Ross is currently responding to Monica's suggestion about him, explaining his own reservations, making it a turn primarily between Ross and Monica.


All right. Chandler, you can either spin the wheel or pick a Google card.

Let me think. Let me think—Oh! I don’t care.

You-you must choose Mr. Bing.

Either, it makes no difference.

Choose, you jackass!

I’ll take a card.

Okay, you picked the Gimmie card! You get all of Ross’s points!

This game is kinda fun.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Joey is an active participant in the game, but Chandler's most recent utterance "This game is kinda fun" is a general, reflective comment about the game rather than a direct question or prompt for Joey to continue his role as game master.


are in love with Rachel!

No-no, I bought those.

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as he just made a statement about Rachel, and Rachel's subsequent utterance, "No-no, I bought those," is a direct and complete response to something implied.


Ross! You gotta stop! Okay?! You can’t just stare through the peep hole for three hours! You’re gonna get peep eye!

I knew it! I knew it! I always knew she liked him! Y'know, she’d say no, but here we are! Right? We just broke up, first thing she does!

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Ross's emotional outburst is a self-contained lament about Rachel's actions, not directly addressing Chandler or soliciting his input.


(smiling, surprised) Oh yeah? (looks towards the kitchen, worried) Listen, don't tell Monica, she'll rip your heart right out.

Let me see!

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Monica's "Let me see!" is a direct demand, likely to the person Chandler was warning, and it requires a response or action from that person, not further input from Chandler.


(on tape) Ross did I ever tell you about the time that I went backpacking through Western Europe?

Now I’m so happy.

What are you talking about?!

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, having just reacted to Rachel's recorded question, but Rachel's subsequent question "What are you talking about?!" is also from the tape, indicating.


All right, but you can’t use that again for a whole year. I’m in.

Ooh, this is so exciting! Ooh, God, what are you going to bet?

Oh, okay, well, I think we should let Phoebe decide, because she’s the only who’s impartial, and she’s so pretty.

rachel addressed phoebe, not chandler (ground truth)

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Rachel's suggestion to let Phoebe decide is a general proposal to the group, not a direct address to Chandler.


I’m not feeling it.

I was just outside Barcelona, hiking…

No! No! No Ross! I’m not hot! Are you hot?

It’s been six months! I’m always hot!

Well you’re not selling the story! It’s like; it’s like you don’t believe it! Look, I gotta go. I got a date, but try this. Do what I do when I’m preparing for an audition. Okay? I’ll set you up with my video camera and you can record yourself and-and see what you’re doing wrong.

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Joey is concluding the current interaction by stating he has to leave for a date and offering Ross a final piece of advice and a plan for recording himself, which does not require an immediate verbal response.


God. I feel violated.

Did anybody else feel they just wanted to peel the skin off their body, to have something else to do?

(staring at a woman across the room) Ross, ten o'clock.

Is it? Feels like two.

(sighs and gestures to explain) There's a beautiful woman at eight, nine, ten o'clock!

Oh. Hel-lo!

She's amazing! She makes the women that I dream about look like short, fat, bald men!

Explanation: Monica is a BYSTANDER as Chandler and Ross are engaged in a private exchange about an attractive woman, a topic Monica did not initiate and is not being addressed about.


It's, all good! Okay bye-bye Mon! (To Ross) She's-she's gonna kill me.

Yeah, the phone was facing the other way. (Chandler fixes it and a picture frame off the table.) And that goes back up there.

We should start with the big stuff. Y’know? That'll be the easiest. Uh, let's start with the couch. (He picks up one end and Ross doesn't help) I got it. (He moves it back to where he thinks it goes.)

Yeah that-that, doesn't look right.

What are you talking about? The couch is perfectly in line with the carpet. And then I can just walk over here and casually just put my feet right up on the...(Tries to rest his feet on the coffee table but they won't reach) OK, OK, here's what we do, we just uh, move the couch closer to the coffee table.

Whoa, Whoa, Whoa, but then the coffee table won't be centered in the seating area.

Yes, but the coffee table doesn't match the...blahebdmsdlkhdyslkd;btyds...Rooosss!!!!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT Ross should stay silent because Chandler's exasperated outburst, including calling Ross's name, signals a breakdown in the current discussion rather than an invitation for Ross to continue the argument.


Phoebe, just the idea of pitting one baby against another, I mean, you know, and judging who's cuter just for a trophy...

Okay, oh, and Emma needs a cowgirl outfit for the competition.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as she just expressed her strong opinion to Phoebe about the baby competition, and Phoebe's latest comment about Emma's outfit for the competition directly continues that topic.


Female body inspector? What size is that?

Now, wait a minute. So, they're gonna name their first child Joey?

It's easy, you just walk in on them having sex.

Explanation: BYSTANDER: Ross is not being directly addressed as Joey's comment about how to name a child is a response to Phoebe's question, shifting the topic away from Ross's previous joke.


This is so exciting! It’s so glamorous! People taking our picture. How do I look?

A little tall.

Do you mind crouching down a little bit, so that I look taller? (Chandler does so) There you go. (And they walk down the red carpet.)

It’s just so glamorous.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Chandler's last utterance is a general observation about the glamorous atmosphere, not a direct question or prompt for Joey to respond, allowing for a natural pause in the conversation.


Because Purvry Perverson over here can’t stop staring at her.

What?! Chandler she’s our cousin!

chandler was addressed by ross and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Ross directly addressed Chandler, stating "Chandler she's our cousin!" in response to Monica's accusation, which prompts Chandler to defend himself or respond to the statement.


Really? You don’t think that’s a little inappropriate. (She’s wearing a tank top and has her belly sticking out.)

Good God man don’t anger it.

Ross, it is 100 degrees outside. For the first time in weeks, I am somewhat comfortable.

Fine! Fine! Y’know what? Whatever you want. Okay? You’re the mommy.

Oh uh-uh pal! Don’t call me mommy! It’s bad enough you call your own mother that. (He looks at Monica.)

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Rachel's most recent utterance is a direct, strong retort to Ross, and she even looks at Monica, indicating the immediate conversational turn is not directed at Phoebe.


Oh, she's that work of art I made, you know,    with the woman coming out of the frame.

Oh, and Monica gets to keep her?   In her house? I am so jealous!

rachel addressed monica, not phoebe (ground truth)

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Rachel's exclamation of jealousy is a general reaction to Monica keeping the art rather than a direct question or prompt for Phoebe to continue speaking.


Chandler, what kind of an idiot do you take me for? (As he picks up the fake Ben.)

It’s not a real game! I made it up!

I’m sorry you lost your money, but I won it fair and square.

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Ross directly addressed him at the start of this exchange, and Ross's most recent statement continues their direct conversation about the game.


(crying) You didn’t cry when Bambi’s mother died?

Chandler there’s nothing wrong with crying! I mean you don’t have to be so macho all the time.

No, I guess I just never really cried. Y’know? I’m not a crying kind of guy.

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Chandler's most recent utterance is a general statement about himself in response to Monica's previous comment, and is not directed back to Joey, allowing Monica to potentially continue the exchange.


Oh my God. Ohh, my little sister and my best friend…shaking up. Oh, that’s great. That’s great. (Kisses and hugs her.)

Guys, I’m happy too.

Okay, come here! (Phoebe joins them in the hug.)

monica addressed phoebe, not ross (ground truth)

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as he is part of the group hug, but Monica's most recent utterance was an invitation directly to Phoebe to join them, shifting the immediate focus to Phoebe's inclusion.


What are you up too?

Oh, just hanging out, talkin’ about uh, websites. (Joey laughs.) Yeah, we saw this really interesting website about marriage and how totally unnecessary it is and how its just a way for the government to keep tabs on you.

(laughs) Yeah, Big Brother.

Yeah, well… Y’know, it just got me thinking though, why would anybody ever want to get married huh?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Although Joey just interjected, Chandler's subsequent rhetorical question about marriage is a general musing to the group rather than a direct address to Joey, allowing for a pause or another speaker to respond.


Ross do you realise this is the first time in my life I’m doing something I actually care about. This is the first time in my life I’m doing something that I’m actually good at. I mean. if you don’t get that...

No, hey, I get that, okay, I get that big time. And I’m happy for ya, but I’m tired of having a relationship with your answering machine! Okay, I don’t know what to do anymore.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, Rachel should speak because Ross directly responded to her personal revelation, acknowledging her feelings while also expressing his frustration and an open-ended dilemma about their relationship.


Because, I'm finally getting him excited about Hanukkah, and, and you're-you're wrecking it.

But I didn't get to shake my belly like a bowl full of jelly.

I'm sorry Chandler, but this, this is really important to me.

Fine, I'll give the suit back.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Chandler's last utterance directly addresses Ross's complaint and offers a resolution, concluding the immediate exchange about the Santa suit.


No, one of them...

I don't know, what were the names I just said?

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Rachel is posing a general question to the group, inviting anyone to help her recall the names she just mentioned.


So do I. (Slowly walks in.) Okay Rach, before anything happens (He takes off his coat) I just want to lay down a couple of ground rules. (Turns back to face her.) This is just about tonight. I don't to go through with this if it's going to raise the question of "Us." (Rachel's confused) Okay? I just want this to be (Kicks off his left shoe) about what it is! (Kicks off the other one.)

And um, what-what is that Ross?

The physical act of love. (Hisses at her.)

(laughs) What?! Are you crazy?

Oh so-so you weren't trying to entice me just now with your-your nakedness?

(gasps) Oh God, you saw me?! Oh!

You weren't trying to entice me with your nakedness.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Ross is directly accusing her of trying to entice him with her nakedness, requiring her to respond to his pointed statement in their ongoing personal exchange.


Well then you just must have a natural talent for it.

Y’know what? The doctor will be in soon, why don’t we not speak until then.

(silently) Okay. (Pause) Seriously, breathe louder Ross! That’s great!

Y’know we should probably ask the doctor if she even knows how to deliver a baby that’s half human and half pure evil!

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Ross's humorous and somewhat anxious comment about their baby is directed at her, inviting her to respond in their ongoing exchange.


Of course you did Ross, you would date a gorilla if it called you Indiana Jones!

Did you get like a fresh batch of pregnancy hormones today?!

No! It’s just that, Kate bothered me.

Why? What was wrong with her?

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Ross just asked her a direct question, "Why? What was wrong with her?", expecting her to elaborate on her previous statement.


Look Joey, come on she’s so perfect for you! I mean she’s sweet, she-she likes baseball, and she-she had two beers at lunch.

My beers?! Look you guys, she’s a very nice girl. Okay? We had a good time, but I just—I don’t see it going anywhere.

Yeah, maybe if you gave this girl a chance it would go somewhere.

Look I’m sorry you guys, I-I just don’t think so.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Joey's definitive statement "Look I’m sorry you guys, I-I just don’t think so" serves as a final rejection of the idea, closing the topic from his side and leaving no immediate opening for Rachel to continue the discussion.


And on your anniversary, for shame!

What's going on?

Chandler was hitting on the hot delivery girl!

I was not and oh God, shh!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Ross should SPEAK because he initiated the accusation against Chandler, and Chandler's "I was not" directly refutes Ross's claim, inviting Ross to continue the exchange.


Well, I am drinking lots of cups of coffee because I’m exhausted! Because Joey started snoring!

(proudly) Oh, you should here me.

It’s not something to be proud of, okay? You have to go to a sleep clinic!

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as Chandler directly addressed him, criticizing his pride in snoring and suggesting he go to a sleep clinic, which calls for a response from Joey.


Just let her serve the beef-custard thing?

Yeah, it’ll be like a funny Thanksgiving story!

Joey, God, your apartment is like a hundred degrees!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, Rachel directly addressed Joey with a complaint about his apartment's temperature, requiring his response.


Okay, get ready to see some beggin’!

Oh, you came on to Ross!

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as Phoebe's utterance "Oh, you came on to Ross!" directly implicates him in the statement about his interaction with Rachel.


Are you crazy?!

Am I! Am I! Am I out of my mind! Am I losing my senses!! This dreamy guy is taking my girlfriend out for a meal.

What?! Ross y'know this isn’t even about you! I mean this is about Rachel and something wonderful happening for her. I mean you know even if you’re right, what if he wants to sleep with her, does it mean he gets too?

ross was addressed by monica and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Monica directly challenged Ross's perspective and ended her utterance with a rhetorical question implicitly directed at him, prompting a response.


Now, you do realize that she’s a cartoon, and way out of your league?

I know, I know, I just always wondered if I could get her eyes to pop out of her head.

Hey, Monica, who would yours be?

First, I need a boyfriend, then I can have a list.

Explanation: Chandler is a BYSTANDER because Joey initiated a new question directly to Monica, and Monica's response to Joey does not invite Chandler's participation.


Oh my God. I cannot keep having this same fight with you Ross! Look, urrgh, maybe we should take a break.

Fine, you’re right. Let’s ah, let’s take a break, (goes to the door) let’s cool off, okay, let’s get some frozen yoghurt, or something.. (opens the door)

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because she proposed taking a break, and Ross is now directly agreeing with her suggestion and proposing a subsequent activity, requiring her response.


Yeah, he’s really excited about it too, he even recorded show times on his answering machine.

Rach, it’s, it’s ah, it’s not that we don’t want to, really. (quietly) Are we talking models in their underwear?

Explanation: BYSTANDER; Joey's most recent utterance is directed at Rachel, and his quiet follow-up question about models in their underwear is not addressed to Chandler.


(to Rachel) Uh, how long until they announce the numbers, Mommy?

(looks around) I'll take this one too (to Ross) Uh ... Mommy?

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Chandler directly addressed him with a questioning tone about his previous utterance, prompting Ross to explain himself.


Are you serious?

When we found out that we're gonna get this baby, Chandler and I started talking and we decided that we didn't want to raise a kid in the city.

monica addressed chandler, not rachel (ground truth)

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as she just reacted to the news, but Monica is currently providing a detailed explanation of her and Chandler's decision to the group, which doesn't require an immediate interjection from Rachel.


All right. Did everyone get out okay?

Well, the giraffe’s okay. And so is the pirate.

No Phoebe, don’t look! You don’t want to see what’s under there!!

(She pauses to ready herself, and removes the tissue.) Ohh, the-the Foster puppets!

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Phoebe's exclamation about the Foster puppets is a self-directed reaction to her discovery, not a question or statement that requires a direct response from Monica.


Ahh, the babies miss me?

What? You ordered pizza without me?!

Yeah. But y’know we were thinking about you, y’know we ordered the Joey Special.

Wait, well, where did you get it from?!

phoebe did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Joey's follow-up question "Wait, well, where did you get it from?!" is a general inquiry to the group about the pizza'.


Joey! Why did you tell Chandler that Monica was getting a boob job?

Because she is!

Mmmm hmm! For your boob job!

OK so I'm out four thousand dollars and nobody's boobs are getting any   bigger?

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Joey's most recent utterance is a self-directed complaint about his financial loss, not an address or prompt for her to respond.


Oh my God. He threw up?

No, he visited a little town south of throw up. (Monica laughs hysterically.) So what was Phoebe’s secret?

Oh, Nancy Thompson from Phoebe’s old massage place is getting fired.

story for that?

That’s right! You lose sucker!! (Pause) Please still marry me.

chandler did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Monica's playful and conclusive statement, followed by a personal plea to Chandler, does not pose a new question or explicitly invite an immediate verbal response.


Phoebe, it's not about quantity.

Well...it's not about quality.

Oh really, you want to talk about quality? Have you heard of a key? It's what some people sing in.

Well at least all my songs don't taste like garlic. Yeah, there are other ingredients Monica.

Ok, so that's what we're doing. You know, when I'm in the coffee house bopping along to one of your songs, I'm wearing ear plugs.

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Monica just delivered a strong, somewhat concluding jab directly at Phoebe, which may leave Phoebe momentarily speechless or not immediately invite a verbal retort.


All right. Did everyone get out okay?

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Phoebe's exclamation "Ohh, the-the Foster puppets!" is a self-contained discovery following Ross's direct warning to Phoebe, and it does not invite a response from Monica.


Are you trying to do a British accent?

(pause) (to Phoebe) Chandler gets   pedicures!

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Monica just revealed a personal detail about him to Phoebe, making him the direct subject of her utterance and prompting a response.


Hey! Hey, you guys, I finished the crossword all by myself! Hug me!

Oh, it was great! The widow wouldn't pay, so Phoebe yelled at her 'til she did.

Yeah. I'm a hard ass.

And I'm a wuss. And we should be partners.

Explanation: Rachel is a BYSTANDER as Monica's last statement is a direct interaction with Phoebe, proposing a partnership based on their shared story, and does not involve Rachel.


Yeah but I was just screwing with you to try to get your voice all high and weird like mine is now!

Yes, but haven’t you wanted a kid like forever?

ready to have a baby. I just want Joey to be the father.

joey was addressed by monica and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, Monica just stated she wants Joey to be the father of her baby, which is a direct and surprising statement about him that requires a response.


Nodded off!! Ross you were snoring. My father’s boat didn’t make that much noise when it hit rocks!

Come on! Forty-five minutes! Forty-five minutes the man talked about strappy backed dresses.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT in a direct exchange with Ross, who just responded to her complaint about his snoring.


(taking Ross aside) Have umm, have you thought anymore about you and Rachel?

Oh well yeah, actually I was going to talk to her when you guys all came in the room.

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because she initiated the private conversation with Ross about his relationship with Rachel, and Ross's last utterance is a direct response to her inquiry, inviting her to continue the discussion.


Phoebe, what are you doing?

Maybe nobody's tried this.

I wish we at least knew his name... Look at that face. I mean, even sleeping, he looks smart. I bet he's a lawyer.

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Monica initially addressed her and she responded, and Monica's subsequent observations about the sleeping man continue the shared interaction, providing an opportunity for Phoebe to comment or elaborate.


(entering) Hey Monica, here's your broom back.

You are so cute. (She goes over and kisses him passionately.)

Oh hey, how'd the interview go?

monica did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Chandler's question about an interview is not explicitly addressed to her, nor does it relate to her previous interaction or anything she has mentioned, suggesting it is.


Huh? Are, uh, any of these cultures, per chance, in the tri-state area?

You know, you are so amazing, is there anything you, you don't know?

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Ross's most recent utterance is a compliment and question directed at another person, not an answer to Chandler's previous question or an address to Chandler himself.


I don't want to be single, okay? I just... I just- I just wanna be married again!

And I just want a million dollars! (He extends his hand hopefully.)

Oh God Monica hi! I just went to your building and you weren't there and then this guy with a big hammer said you might be here and you are, you are!

monica was addressed by rachel and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Rachel has just directly greeted her and explained her search for her, requiring a response.


This guy could be my baby’s stepfather!

They go on one date and you’re worried about them getting married?! He’s not you!

Well Ross, what did you think she was gonna do?

I don’t know! I guess I just can’t believe any of this is happening.

What do you mean?

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Joey's direct question "What do you mean?" invites him to elaborate on his previous emotional statement, allowing for a moment of reflection before responding.


Hey you guys I'm gonna go out and take a walk.

Phoebe, why is your bag moving?

Oh, it's not!

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, and Phoebe has just directly answered his question about her bag moving, concluding that specific exchange.


I see, I see, y-y-you're trying to freak me out.

Look Chandler, Monica is really weird about this kind stuff all right. Believe me, I lived with her for 16 years. She is going to freak…out. Oh my God, she's going to sit on you.

monica was addressed by ross and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Ross is directly describing her personality and predicting her reaction to Chandler, making her the central topic of the current exchange.


Oh, Joey, I have such a problem!

Oh well, you're timing couldn't be better. I am putting out fires all over the place.

to tell you something!

What-what is it, what is it?

Oh my God, it's so huge, but you just have to promise me that you cannot tell anyone.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Rachel just asked Joey for a promise of secrecy, which implies she is still setting up the reveal of her "huge problem" and expects to continue speaking rather than for Joey to immediately interject.


I’m sick of Japanese. We’re not going there.

All right, wherever you wanna go is cool.

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT in the group discussion about where to eat, and after Rachel deferred the decision, it is his turn to offer a suggestion or opinion.


Not like this!

Umm, Joey, I know.

What am I going to do? You know, and I keep, I keep trying to get rid of  these feelings, y’know? I stayed up all last night and made a list of everything I  don’t like about her. You want to hear it?

She made me switch to light Mayo. That’s it! That’s all I got! And,  you know what? It tastes the same and my pants fit better!

Joey, I just think you’re getting worked up over nothing. This is  probably just a crush.

Absolutely! Y’know, you get this rush of feelings, but then it goes  away.

Yeah, just a crush! That’s all this is! It’s a crush! I’m  Joey; I don’t get deep feelings.

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Joey's last utterance is a self-reassuring statement, repeating Phoebe's earlier suggestion that it's "just a crush," which doesn't directly solicit further input from her.


And this from the cry-for-help department. Are you wearing makeup?

Yes, I am. As of today, I am officially Joey Tribbiani, actor slash model.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Chandler initiated the exchange by asking Joey a direct question about his appearance, and Joey just responded with an answer and an update, inviting Chandler's reaction or follow-up.


Noo! I wish! Okay, you ready?

Okay! (She goes and gets her surprise and when she returns with it, Ross stares in shock.) Check it out!

What-what is it?!

It's a, it's a cat!

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, having just asked Rachel what the surprise was, and Rachel has now provided the direct answer, leaving Ross to process the unexpected revelation.


Sorry! I'm just—I'm not very good at this! I'm a terrible liar and I hate having to lie to Rachel!

Well, I was actually—I-I came over here to-to borrow this lamp. To umm, look at my books, y'know, see them a little better.

Great! Umm, well what-what I was doing in Chandler's room is that umm, I was cleaning it! In fact, he pays me to clean it!

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Monica's latest explanation about cleaning Chandler's room is directed at Rachel, who was the subject of Monica's earlier lie and is now receiving this justification.


Come on, it’s a hypnosis tape. This woman at work used it for two weeks straight and she hasn’t smoked since.

Nothing, it’s just that hypnosis is beyond crap.

Ross, I watched you get hypnotised in Atlantic City.

Hey, that guy did not hypnotise me! Okay.

Oh right, ‘cause you always pull your pants down at the count of three and play Wipe-out on your butt cheeks.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Rachel just delivered a sarcastic and conclusive remark directly to Ross, effectively ending their back-and-forth about his past hypnosis.


I can’t believe they-they didn’t even tell us!

in the attic!

Okay, come on—Joey, I’ll buy you a new one! All right? We’ll go down to the store right now and we’ll-we’ll get you a new chair.

rachel addressed joey, not phoebe (ground truth)

Explanation: BYSTANDER: Phoebe is a BYSTANDER as Rachel is directly addressing Joey and making a specific offer to buy him a new chair, shifting the focus to an exchange between them.


Huh? Are, uh, any of these cultures, per chance, in the tri-state area?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Ross's compliment "You know, you are so amazing, is there anything you, you don't know?" is clearly directed at another person, not a response to Chandler's previous question or an invitation for him to speak.


Mon, maybe one of these guys wants to wear your dress.

(in a manly voice) I’m gonna go shave. (Gets up.)

(in a manly voice) Yeah well, I’m gonna go spit. (He goes into the bedroom. On his way out, Joey gives Rachel a wide berth.)

rachel was addressed by chandler and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Joey's physical action of giving her a wide berth directly involves her in the scene, creating an opportunity for her to react to his behavior or acknowledge his presence.


Hey, Joey, when you said the deal with Santa Clause, you meant?

That he doesn't exist.

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Joey directly answered her clarifying question about Santa Claus, completing the immediate exchange.


Y’know it doesn’t matter how much I’m craving it. Y’know why I’m never gonna eat meat? Because it’s murder, cold blooded murder.

There’s a Phoebe on my sandwich! (He walks away, giving the sandwich to Phoebe.)

phoebe was addressed by chandler and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Chandler just directly addressed her by name and gave her a sandwich, prompting her to acknowledge the gift or respond to his comment.


No, you don't have to, and you can't because I, I live here too.

Well then, you should look with us.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Phoebe has just made a direct suggestion to Chandler about looking for a new place, which he needs to process before responding.


Phoebe, are you, are you mad at me, or something? 'Cause if are please, tell me what it is I did!

Well, if you don't know I can't help you.

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because he directly asked Phoebe if she was mad at him, and her response, "Well, if you don't know I can't help you," is a direct and challenging reply that invites him to continue the exchange.


Look, it's a nice gesture, it is. But it just feels like--

We're just tryin' to do a nice thing here.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Ross just offered a complete defensive statement directly responding to Joey's unfinished negative sentiment, creating a moment for Joey to process or for another speaker to join.


! Hey, so tell me about this Jane Eyre woman.

No! You should've read it yourself!

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT who initiated the topic by asking Phoebe about Jane Eyre, and Phoebe's direct refusal to her request prompts Rachel to respond.


Hey, Rachel, Can-can I see you for a sec?

What? Yes, I am!

Ok, then, why are you... (she opens her robe revealing a nice black dress) all dressed up??

When you're sick, you do whatever you can to make yourself feel better! (she closes her robe)

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Rachel has just provided a complete justification for her actions in response to Monica's direct inquiry, not posing a new question that requires an immediate verbal reply.


That's right. You're husband's home. So, now the sex can stop.

What are you saying?

Joey said that you're in here with another man.

chandler addressed joey, not monica (ground truth)

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as Chandler just directly responded to her question with a significant accusation, which she needs a moment to process before responding.


I told you! I am not coming to a naked wedding!

No, no, no, we’re not having a big reception, we took the money    we were gonna spend on a wedding and we donate them to the children charity.

That’s crazy! (Phoebe looks bewildered). I am sorry. I just can’t    imagine giving up my one wedding day like that!

phoebe was addressed by monica and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Monica's strong reaction and subsequent apology are directly related to Phoebe's explanation of her wedding plans, inviting Phoebe to respond to Monica's opinion or apology.


This is like figure skating team all over again. (Phoebe and Ross glare at him astonished) I mean synchronized swimming. (they continue to glare) I mean- I mean the balance beam. (to Ross) Help me!

I can't believe we're gonna be the only people that aren't in this wedding.

I know, I hate being left out of things.

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Chandler's last utterance "I know, I hate being left out of things" is an agreement and a shared sentiment that concludes the immediate point rather than requiring a direct verbal response from Ross.


Ross, say something. Anything.

So you two are..?

And have you .. ed?

But if I hadn't walked in here, would you..?

Ross, this is not how we wanted you to find out about this.  You have every right to go nuts.

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Rachel has just directly addressed him, acknowledging his emotional state and validating his potential reaction with a complete statement that doesn't explicitly prompt an immediate verbal response.


I-I am serious, I mean, we're, we're all over each other all the time.

Okay, you know where you are better than I do. I was just curious.

(Start annoying hyper-competitive mode now.) (Jumping up) What don't you just calm down Phoebe! All right?! Why don’t you just get all your facts before you run around telling everybody that you're the only hot couple!!

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Monica directly addressed her with an aggressive accusation and challenge, prompting Phoebe to respond to defend herself or continue the exchange.


Everything? Even the TV?

No! I’m putting that in my room.

Listen, Joey, I know what he did was wrong but don’t you think you could at least hear the guy out?

Back when you and Rachel were together, if Chandler had kissed her, would you hear him out?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Joey directly asked Ross a hypothetical question about his past relationship, explicitly addressing him and requiring a response.


Really, Rachel, I was thinking of you the whole time. Look, I'm sorry, all right. I never meant for you to find out!

Oh, please, you wanted to get caught. (Waves the receipt)

That is not true!

Oh, so you just sort of happened to leave it in here?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Rachel's last utterance is a direct, rhetorical question aimed at Monica, continuing their argument about the receipt and requiring Monica to defend herself.


And that would be?

I, um, can't tell you.

Joey, what's going on?

OK, you've got to promise that you'll never, ever tell Ross that I told you.

He's planning your birthday party.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Joey just revealed a secret directly to Monica, which was the answer to her persistent questioning, thus requiring her to acknowledge or react to the information.


Whats the matter with me? Why Im such a girl?

(returns) Okay, that was Mike.

Phoebe, hi, were so sorry. Youre totally right. We are here  one hundred per cent and we love you and we are ready to start your birthday  celebration.

rachel addressed phoebe, not chandler (ground truth)

Explanation: BYSTANDER; Rachel is directly addressing Phoebe with an apology and a declaration of support, making the current exchange focused solely on Phoebe.


Yeah, I think it was better when you guys were sad. Hey, uh, remember the roller blades?

You know what else I’m not gonna miss? "I’m Monica. I wash the toilet 17 times a day. Even if people are on it!"

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Rachel directly quotes and mocks Monica's habits, making Monica the explicit subject of the most recent utterance and prompting a direct response from her.


I have plans.

All right, Chandler can make boxes, Ross can wrap, and Joey can lift things. Now Phoebe, go tell the guys they have to help out!

Hurry! Monica’s gonna make you pack! She’s got jobs for everyone! Now, it’s too late for me, but save your selves! (The guys scramble for the door.)

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Phoebe's warning to the guys, which causes them to scramble for the door, effectively ends the current exchange about packing and leaves no one for Monica to address.


And I'm fine never having heard it... (Rachel looks    at Ross in a "why do you say that" manner) Rach, can I... can I see    you for a sec?

Yeah! (to Sandy) Excuse me... (She walks to the kitchen    with Ross and sighs)

Do you realise that man has cried in our apartment three    times...? Huh? I haven't cried that many times since I moved in.

(picks up a cookie) Okay, okay, see... that... that    is the problem. He is too sensitive. (takes a bite from the cookie)

What...? Too sensitive to take care of our baby?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT Ross remains silent as he has just taken a bite from a cookie, and Rachel's rhetorical question directly challenges his previous statement, allowing him a moment to process her strong counterpoint.


Phoebe, I can explain!

You told me you hate massages!

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Phoebe's statement "You told me you hate massages!" is a direct accusation and challenge to Monica's offer to explain, which may cause Monica to pause before responding.


(to Rachel) Uh, how long until they announce the numbers, Mommy?

(looks around) I'll take this one too (to Ross) Uh ... Mommy?

Oh, I've gotten into the habit of calling Rachel "Mommy" when we're around Emma. Which I now realize we are not ...

ross addressed rachel, not chandler (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Ross just finished explaining his habit of calling Rachel "Mommy" in response to Chandler's direct question, concluding that particular sub-exchange without prompting further input from Chandler.


(Holding a shirt in front of Ross.) Okay, maybe this will make your teeth look less white. (Ross has a big smile.) Nope. Okay, colors that don’t work are blue, yellow, green, red, black, white, orange, and purple.

I don’t know what I’m going to do. That date starts in like an hour.

Hey Ross, maybe if your skin was lighter. Your teeth wouldn’t look so bright.

Oh great. So all I need to do is get some new skin. Thank you.

Whoa. Whoa. Whoa. We’re not 13 anymore.

Ross this is the only thing left that has a shot at working.

But, won’t she notice I have makeup on?

Please. Half the guys out there have makeup on.

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Monica's last statement is a general reassurance about men wearing makeup, not a direct question or prompt that requires an immediate verbal response from him.


Oh no! Did you take my bra too?!

The pink one with the flowers?!

You mean the one that you’re wearing? (Adjusts Monica’s pink bra strap as Monica looks down her shirt.)

Sounds about right.

What is this?

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Rachel's "What is this?" is an observation or a reaction to something she's noticing, not a direct question that prompts Monica for a response.


We should start with the big stuff. Y’know? That'll be the easiest. Uh, let's start with the couch. (He picks up one end and Ross doesn't help) I got it. (He moves it back to where he thinks it goes.)

Yeah that-that, doesn't look right.

What are you talking about? The couch is perfectly in line with the carpet. And then I can just walk over here and casually just put my feet right up on the...(Tries to rest his feet on the coffee table but they won't reach) OK, OK, here's what we do, we just uh, move the couch closer to the coffee table.

Whoa, Whoa, Whoa, but then the coffee table won't be centered in the seating area.

Yes, but the coffee table doesn't match the...blahebdmsdlkhdyslkd;btyds...Rooosss!!!!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, Ross should stay silent because Chandler's frustrated, nonsensical outburst, ending with a direct address to "Rooosss!!!!", is an expression of exasperation rather than an explicit prompt for Ross to take the floor.


Hi guys! Listen I really need your help. I think I did something  really stupid.

Well yes Rachel but you got something so beautiful out  there

No not that. I kissed Gavin last night.

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, and Rachel is continuing her turn to explain the "stupid thing" she did, directly correcting Phoebe's previous assumption about what the problem was.


Apparently, Sting’s son made fun of the fact that Ben’s moms are lesbinims.

them be friends.

Phoebe, you can’t force kids to be friends.

phoebe was addressed by ross and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, Phoebe should SPEAK because Ross directly addressed her by name and refuted her previous suggestion, creating a clear turn for her to respond.


But it's an original Buffay...

Alright, fine. You can keep it. As long as you don't    mind that she's haunted.

Well, legend has it Joey, that... she comes alive    when you're asleep.

GET THAT LEGLESS WITCH OUT OF HERE!

Well, why I told him it's haunted. Two can play at    this game. (gives Gladys to Monica)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, Joey should be silent because Rachel just gave the haunted item to Monica, shifting the immediate conversational focus to Monica's reaction to receiving it.


Oh, I thought it was just a kid yelling, "I’m gay! I’m gay!" Can I bring her in?

Oh no, let her stay out there. It’s sweet.

Explanation: BYSTANDER: Phoebe is directly responding to Ross's question about bringing the child inside, making this an exchange between them that does not involve Chandler.


Well then I demand a recount! (Hmm, I wonder where I’ve heard that before.)

Actually, it wasn’t that close.

No! Y’know what? No! No! You thing was so stupid anyway, this was ridiculous—We’re gonna flip a coin! (Phoebe gasps.) All right?! (She flips the coin.) Heads! (Looks at the coin and grunts in disgust.)

phoebe was addressed by rachel and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because her audible gasp during Rachel's previous turn indicates her engagement with the ongoing dispute, creating an opening for her to comment on Rachel's subsequent grunt of disgust after the coin flip.


I told you! I am not coming to a naked wedding!

No, no, no, we’re not having a big reception, we took the money    we were gonna spend on a wedding and we donate them to the children charity.

That’s crazy! (Phoebe looks bewildered). I am sorry. I just can’t    imagine giving up my one wedding day like that!

We, you know, we’re different! We don’t care about having    a huge party. (She picks up the veil) This is really nice for you, but, oh,    please, I put this on? (she puts it on) And, ow, I look (she looks her reflex    image on a toaster), why, well, radiant. (pause) All right, well, who cares,    I don’t need a pretty veil and a fancy dress.

That’s right. You’re making a commitment and that’s    the same, whether you do that at the Plaza or, where are you gonna do it?

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, and although Monica directly asked her about the wedding location, the question serves to emphasize Monica's point about commitment rather than demanding an immediate answer.


Whoa, whoa, whoa. Come on, come on, what. You took his underwear?

He took my essence!

Okay, now hold on. Joey, why, why can't you just wear the underwear you're wearing now?

ross addressed joey, not chandler (ground truth)

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Ross has just directly addressed Joey with a specific question about his underwear, making Joey the expected next speaker.


Yeah, I think she wants the old one back.

But he's the same.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Joey's most recent utterance directly responds to her previous statement, making her the natural person to continue the exchange.


(entering from her bedroom) I gotta go to work. Has anybody seen my left boob?

I love that movie. (Joey is using it as a pillow)

There it is. Joey, what are you doing?

I'm sorry, it just felt nice.

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Joey has just apologized and explained his actions directly to her, concluding the immediate exchange without posing a new question or requiring an immediate verbal response.


(to Janice) Okay. (to Joey) Joey, trade lives with me!

Nope. (To Ross) Man look at this! Ross, I can’t believe you said you’d play rugby. I mean look how brutal this is!

Explanation: Chandler is a BYSTANDER as Joey, after briefly responding to Chandler, has explicitly shifted his address and the conversation topic to Ross about rugby.


Rach, come on, if you think about it, it’s actually kinda funny. (He laughs, and he laughs alone.) Okay, maybe it’s best not to think about it.

is inexcusable. I am shocked to my very core!

Phoebe, I told her you already knew.

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Ross directly addressed her, informing her that he told Rachel she already knew, which prompts a response from Phoebe.


Well, I'm feeling really insecure about the one we are shooting tomorrow...

Joey, is this that thing that you do when you say you're bad so I'll give you a compliment?

A little. Yeah no, I really am worried, you know, I mean I have to make it convincing that I'm in love with Olivia.

rachel did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Joey is continuing to elaborate on his worries about the shoot after answering her previous question, indicating he is not finished speaking.


No, a car backfired, but (Rachel suddenly calms down) I thought somebody was taking a shot at me. And Rach, I…I survived! And I was filled with this-this great respect for life. Y'know? I-I want to experience every moment. I want to seize every opportunity. I-I am seeing everything so-so clearly now.

Well, I-I-I don't know how this fits into your whole "seizing" thing but um, Emily called you today.

You talked to her?

No, she left a message. (He starts for the machine.) (Stopping him.) But it-it kinda got erased. There's just (Pause) something wrong with your machine.

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as Rachel is directly explaining to him that Emily's message was erased due to a problem with his machine, and the pause allows her to finish her explanation or for Ross to process this new information.


Joey, Emma's right here! You promised not to bring girls home in the middle of the day anymore.

No, no, it's not a girl, it's...  a brand new Hugsy!

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT and should SPEAK because Joey's last utterance was a direct response to her accusation, clarifying the identity of the "girl" she thought he brought home.


Umm, if ah, it might be okay if Ross came skiing?

(sarcastic) Oh please, can’t I come to your special, magical cabin?

Oh-oh, hitting me where it hurts, my ski skills.

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Ross's self-deprecating comment about his ski skills is a humorous observation that does not directly solicit a verbal response from her.


Well, the doctor says he's gonna be fine, he's just sleeping now.

(Tapping Ross on his shoulder) So, you feel like a dad yet?

ross was addressed by chandler and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Chandler directly addressed Ross with a question about his feelings, prompting Ross to respond.


She’s just doing her job!

(sitting at the kitchen table with his back to the TV) You sick bastards!

chandler did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Joey's exclamation "You sick bastards!" is a general reaction to the television and not directed at Chandler, thus not requiring a response from him.


I mean think about all the money that you’re gonna make!

Well, her father pays you for baby-sitting right?

Explanation: Rachel is a BYSTANDER as Monica is directly asking another person about their babysitting income, not addressing Rachel.


Well, he makes t-shirts for a living, and he thought it would be       appropriate to give me this.

Female body inspector? What size is that?

Explanation: BYSTANDER - Ross just asked Rachel a direct question about the t-shirt, making it a private exchange between them that doesn't involve Joey.


No way! It’s mine!!

All that stuff you just said? I want that!

But Joey you don’t have $20,000!

Who cares?! I-I’ll make payments, whatever it takes, I want the Mr. Bowmont!!

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Joey just made a strong declaration of his desire for "Mr.


Because I promised Mindy I would.

Yeah, well you promised Barry, you'd marry him. (Rachel glares at her, and she retreats to safety between Richard's legs)

Look you guys, I have to go, I'm the Maid-of-Honor. And besides you know what I just need to be in a room again with these people and feel good about myself.

Woo-hoo, stuud!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, Monica's "Woo-hoo, stuud!" is an exclamation rather than a direct address or question, so Rachel is not expected to respond.


Huh? Are, uh, any of these cultures, per chance, in the tri-state area?

You know, you are so amazing, is there anything you, you don't know?

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Ross just directly complimented her and asked her a question, inviting her response.


All right, well, we felt really bad about that so we decided we should all take a little trip together!

Ohh, that's so nice! How great! Well, where? Where's the trip?!

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Phoebe just asked an open-ended question about the trip's destination, which Monica is part of and can contribute to.


Okay, but let's do it now though, because Chopper 5 just lost it's feed! (He grabs their bags and sprints out.)

Hey, so uh, y'know how there's something I wanted to talk to you about?

Well, y'know how I'm trying to work things out with Emily. Well, there's this one thing… Okay, (Rachel has her back turned to the camera, and Ross isn't looking at her.) here goes. I made a promise that-(they cut to the other camera and Ross notices something coming out of Rachel's nose)-Oh hey!

rachel was addressed by ross and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Ross initiated a private conversation with her about his relationship and then directly addressed her with an observation about her appearance, inviting her to respond.


But I didn't get to shake my belly like a bowl full of jelly.

I'm sorry Chandler, but this, this is really important to me.

chandler was addressed by ross and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as Ross just directly addressed him and dismissed his previous comment, inviting a further response.


(to Chandler) Wait-wait, so, you get to be my best man twice and I never get to be yours at all?

Oh no-no-no, you—yeah, of course you get to be my best man.

(impatiently tapping Chandler on the shoulder) What about me?! You-you just said I could!

I’m not even getting married! Okay, this is a question for science fiction writers!

I can’t believe you’re not picking me.

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Joey's last utterance is an emotional reaction to Chandler's previous statement that he's not getting married, not a new question or a point requiring further elaboration from Chandler.


All right, that’s it, you guys! What happened out there?

What? We took a walk, nothing happened. I can back with nothing all over me.

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Rachel directly asked "you guys" what happened out there, and as one of the people Monica referred to as "we," he is expected to contribute to the explanation.


I'm sorry, I didn't catch your name. Paul, was it?

Ooh, I just pulled out four eyelashes. That can't be good.

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT who might respond to Phoebe's unexpected and somewhat self-deprecating interjection about pulling out eyelashes, which was directed to the general group.


chandler was addressed by joey and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Joey directly addressed him with a question, "What about me?!", regarding the best man discussion.


Great. It was great. She’s ah, she’s great, great looking, great personality, she’s greatness.

Sounds like she’s got the ah, whole package.

Joey told you about the leg, huh?

(to Chandler) Heard about the leg burnin’ huh?

monica did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Joey's most recent question about the leg burning is directed specifically to Chandler, making it an exchange between them that does not require Monica's immediate input.


You don’t need to fill these silences.

Chandler, that’s like your fourth cup of coffee!

monica addressed chandler, not gunther (ground truth)

Explanation: BYSTANDER: Monica's comment about coffee is directed specifically at Chandler, making Gunther a passive observer of their interaction.


Oh my God. Richard? (turns around) Hi!

So, you look great.

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Richard's statement "So, you look great" is a direct compliment to her, but the "So" at the beginning of his utterance might signal he.


(entering) Hey, you guys.

(laughing) Oh, don’t you guys look cute. You guys make such a cute couple.

Monica, what are you doing?

(laughing harder) Nothing, I’m just trying to recreate some of the fun that we had at my place the other day. (To Phoebe) Remember, when you picked Rachel over me? That was funny.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Monica's last comment, while mentioning Rachel, is directly addressed to Phoebe, asking her to recall a memory, making it Phoebe's turn to respond.


can be beat me? Let's go! Outside!!

Rach, Rach, I am so sorry. I am so-so sorry.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Ross is directly addressing her with a repeated apology, which requires a response from her.


Nope, sound like me. Pheebs, it’s going great. Look at Chandler with little baby girl Chandler.

Little baby girl Chandler, where I have heard that before? Oh right, Coach Ruben. (Tries to get her to drink a little more from the bottle when he suddenly smells something. It’s times like these I’m glad Smell-O-Vision hasn’t been invented.) Do you know what Pheebs? When you’re done over there, we kinda have a situation over here too. (Phoebe is changing hers.)

See that’s where I think that you’re wrong. We’ve been playing these babies man for man; we should really be playing a zone defense.

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, and Chandler's last statement about parenting strategy is a general observation that invites further discussion from the group, including Monica who initiated the previous turn about Chandler and the baby.


Okay now Joey, y'know that since you're returning all of this stuff right after the audition you're gonna have to wear underwear?

All right, then you'd better show me some of that too then.

Okay, it's missing something. Ooh, I know! Umm, okay. (Goes and grabs a bag, that looks like a purse, and shows it to Joey.)

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Rachel just presented an item to him, continuing their discussion about his audition outfit, which prompts his reaction or response.


What am I gonna do?

No, no, don't, don't, rub it! Don't! (clapping) What gets out hummus?! What gets out hummus?!

Monica, Monica, you know what gets out hummus.

If it is a new message, what is he calling to say?

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT who just directly addressed Monica with a question about hummus, which Monica did not answer, instead introducing a new topic, leaving Phoebe's query unresolved.


Yeah, uh-huh, a 100 dollars.

Phoebe! I can't believe you gave them money! I thought you agreed it was totally unreasonable that they asked me for that money!

Yeah, but they didn't ask me! Y'know? This way I'm just y'know, the exotic, generous stranger. That's always fun to be.

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Phoebe's last utterance was a direct response to his accusation, providing her justification for giving the money.


I mean think about all the money that you’re gonna make!

Well, her father pays you for baby-sitting right?

No, no, that’s funny. But maybe it’s time to move on, let it go, y’know? Stop it! Besides, Rachel is going out with Elizabeth’s father, so ah, he’s much older than she is. Looks like I’m not the only one interested in fossils, huh?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Ross just made a direct, somewhat provocative comment about Rachel's relationship with Elizabeth's father, implying he's old and comparing him to a fossil, which directly involves Rachel and warrants a response.


Joey you broke my chair!!

So, there was no miracle?!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Chandler is an active participant, but Joey's rhetorical question "So, there was no miracle?!" is a self-directed statement or a deflection that does not directly solicit a verbal response from Chandler.


What a bad idea!

Ohhhh, I cannot look at it! (She doesn't move.)

Explanation: Chandler is a BYSTANDER, as Joey and Rachel are having a shared reactive exchange to something they are observing, and neither of them addressed Chandler or invited his input.


Nothing. It’s just old and dingy, that’s all.

I highly doubt that. (they both go to the bathroom)

Oh yeah. If you ah, move your hamper, you see what color the tile used to be. (Monica gasps) Yeah.

I can’t live like this! What are we gonna do? What are we gonna do?

Relax. Here hold this (hands her his beer). This old stuff just comes right off. (he bends down to try and lift some tile right in the middle of the floor, in his tight pants.)

That’s a little more than I wanted to see.

(manages to pry off only a small piece) Aw! Look at that, every inch of this stuff is glued down. It’d take forever to pry this up. You should ah, you should just leave it. (starts to walk away, but Monica grabs him)

I can’t leave it! You gouged a hole in my dingy floor.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Monica just made a direct, accusatory statement to Joey about the hole he gouged, which doesn't explicitly demand an immediate verbal response but rather highlights his responsibility.


(stopping him) Hey, whoa-whoa! What's she like?

Uhh, well, she's…really good in bed.

Joey, I thought you were gonna try to be friends first!

(To Rachel) Well look, hey, it's all your fault!

Well because you didn't give me advice! No! You gave me a pickup line! As soon as I told her I wanted to y'know, build a foundation and be friends first. I suddenly, through no fault of my own, became irresistible to her! (Pause) And her roommate!

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because she previously challenged Joey about his intentions, and Joey's subsequent lengthy explanation, though directed at Rachel, serves as a defense against the very point Monica raised.


(To Monica) So you came to the room looking for Joey? Did you ever in-intend on telling me about this?

Hey! (Monica turns and looks at him) Now I’m a man of the cloth, but I still have feelings!

(To Joey) Look there is no way you’re doing this wedding now. Okay?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Chandler just delivered a definitive statement to Joey, telling him he will not be officiating the wedding, which concludes the immediate point of contention and does not directly prompt a response.


(to Rachel) Uh, how long until they announce the numbers, Mommy?

(looks around) I'll take this one too (to Ross) Uh ... Mommy?

Oh, I've gotten into the habit of calling Rachel "Mommy" when we're around Emma. Which I now realize we are not ...

I'm hoping that if she hears it enough it will be her first word.

Although if we're gonna do that, we should probably call me "Daddy" too.

Explanation: BYSTANDER; Ross's most recent comment about calling himself "Daddy" is a direct continuation of his and Rachel's private discussion about their parenting strategy for Emma, not an address to Chandler.


Oh, Chandler that is so nice.

Well, Kathy’s last boyfriend was Joey.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Chandler's statement "Well, Kathy’s last boyfriend was Joey" is an informative comment about Joey, not a direct address or question to Rachel, which allows for a pause or a turn from another speaker.


be a baby!

Okay! (Runs that way and hears another whistle blast.) Hey! (Heads the other way and hears another blast.) What do I do?!! (She runs in the second direction and finds that the whistling is coming from inside a rack. She moves the dresses out of the way to find Rachel curled up in a fetal position frantically blowing on the whistle.) What are you doing? (Rachel doesn’t stop.) Did you find the dress? (Rachel won’t stop so Phoebe pinches her nose shut which causes her to spit the whistle out.)

No! You gotta get me out of here Phoebe! These bargain shoppers are crazy!

No! You gotta hold my hand!!

Oh my God!! (She grabs Rachel’s hand and drags her towards Monica.) Excuse me! Excuse me! (She’s knocking women and veils out of the way as she moves.)

Explanation: Monica is a BYSTANDER as Phoebe is focused on clearing a path through the crowd and dragging Rachel, addressing the shoppers with "Excuse me!" rather than directly engaging Monica.


So unbelievable. She was supposed to meet me half an hour ago with Emma. (he tries to take a cookie but Monica slaps his hand)

These are for Erica!

Well, I want he baby to come out all cute and fat!

So, why is Erica coming to visit?

Well, because we want to get to know her better and she's never been to New York so she wants to see all the tourists' spots... you know, Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building...

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Monica just finished directly answering Ross's question about why Erica is visiting, concluding her explanation without prompting further immediate interaction from Ross.


I am pretty wisdomous.

So... what do you say?

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as he just made a statement, and Phoebe's direct question "So... what do you say?" invites his response.


Other wall, people! Other wall!

(knocks on door) Rach,  you there? (Joey and Rachel   both get up from the bed)

Oh, ju-ju-just stay calm. Just be calm. For all he   knows we're just hanging out together. Right? Just be nonchalant. (Joey like   stands at attention with his chest forward and his hands on his sides, looking   up at the ceiling with his lips pouted.) That's not nonchalant!

Explanation: Monica is a BYSTANDER as Rachel is currently instructing Joey on how to act nonchalant in response to Ross's arrival, and Monica is not being addressed or involved in this specific exchange.


Joey, listen. I can't do this, it doesn't make any sense. Yesterday I was a nurse, and today I'm a waitress at a cafe?

Oh, sometimes we use the same extras for different parts. It's okay.

Well, it's not okay, because I gave a very memorable performance as the nurse. And now suddenly I'm the waitress? That's gonna confuse my fans.

Maybe you are a nurse, but you moonlight as a waitress.

Uhuh. Because I'm a single mother, supporting my two children.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Joey is an active participant, but Phoebe's "Uhuh" followed by an elaboration of the character's backstory indicates she is continuing her own thought process rather than directly prompting Joey for a response.


Okay, is this lamp in the same place?

Who cares? I repel women.

(blocks the door) No-no-no-no-no-no-no-no!!! You can't come in here! R-r-r-r-Ross is naked.

have to be naked?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Ross's question "have to be naked?" appears to be a rhetorical lament about his own situation, not a direct question requiring Chandler to provide an answer.


In the hospital.

No I left the diapers at the hospital! There’s some in the bag but I’ll run out and get some more.

Alright thanks, oh Ross could you stop by the coffee house and get me a muffin?

Sure what kind?

Umm let me think...What do I want, what d-o I w-a-n-t...

Please take your time, it’s an important decision. Not like, say, I know! deciding to marry someone, this is about a muffin.

Blueberry it is.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, Rachel should speak because Ross just decided on her muffin order for her with "Blueberry it is," directly resolving her previous indecision and continuing their exchange.


Why is it sick?

Because it’s Richard’s son! It’s like inviting Greek tragedy over for dinner!

Hey, come on, Phoebe, you understand don’t you?

Yeah, I can see where I’d be your best shot but, no. I’m sorry, but I think it’s twisted.

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT who directly addressed Phoebe, and Phoebe just responded by disagreeing with Monica's attempt to gain her understanding, creating an expectation for Monica to react to Phoebe's stance.


Wow, a Swedish massage from a real Swedish person. (Puts her    head in the hole and Phoebe enters)

Okay, then I'm Swedish...

It's a normal Swedish name... Ikea...

Oh... what an interesting name.

phoebe did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Rachel's "Oh... what an interesting name" is a concluding reaction to Phoebe's previous joke about her Swedish name, not an explicit question or prompt for Phoebe to continue speaking.


And I’m the happiest guy in the world! (Monica goes and sits down in a huff.) Oh honey, come on don’t be upset. We still have so much to look forward to!

That’s true! (Happily) I knew I married you for a reason!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Monica's happy and conclusive statement, "I knew I married you for a reason!", directly addresses Chandler and resolves the previous emotional exchange, leaving no immediate need for him to respond.


I can't find the remote. [Phoebe turns off the TV] Thank you.

So, Scott asked me to come over for lunch today and I did.

And we did.

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because he initiated the previous turn and is the only other person present while Phoebe shares her story, creating an expectation for him to acknowledge or respond to her narrative.


Oh yeah, and what would my opening line be? 'Excuse me. Blarrglarrghh.'

Oh, c'mon. She's a person, you can do it!

more out of my league? Ross, back me up here.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Chandler directly addressed Ross, asking him to "back him up," which requires a response from Ross.


everywhere she goes.

Ross, she’s 25 years old.

So what! I still have—No you’re probably right.

I know you’re planning my surprise bridal shower.

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Monica's declaration about knowing about her surprise bridal shower is a statement of fact rather than a direct question or prompt for him to elaborate.


packing! So, as a gift to you, on our last night, ta-da!

(grabs a bag of those Styrofoam peanuts) I’ll be coordinator! Oh my God! I’m so sorry, I didn’t get you anything! Okay, look everybody has to help! Okay? You can help, can’t you Phoebe?

I have plans.

All right, Chandler can make boxes, Ross can wrap, and Joey can lift things. Now Phoebe, go tell the guys they have to help out!

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Monica has just given her a direct instruction to go and speak to others, indicating that Monica expects Phoebe to act on the task rather than respond verbally to her at this moment.


Thank you. Rachel, can I talk to you outside for a sec?

Well, then talk!

Okay, I will. Remember that thing that we just discussed that you wanted to do?

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Monica is still in the process of setting up their private discussion by asking Rachel to recall a previous conversation, indicating Monica intends to continue speaking.


Ahh, I-I did leave the gel on a little longer then it said to.

How much longer?

Ross you know that tonight is your date with Hillary?

I know. That’s why I did it. (With a big smile) Come on, are they really that bad?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Ross just directly asked Monica for her opinion on his hair, inviting her to respond to his question about its appearance.


Hi, Ben. I'm your father. I am... the head. Aaaaaahhhh.... (puts picture down, sees Ross staring at her) Alright, this barbecue is gonna be very fun.

Hey, is Rachel here? Um, I wanted to wish her a happy birthday before I left.

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Ross's question "Hey, is Rachel here?" is a general inquiry about Rachel's whereabouts, not specifically addressed to Phoebe or a direct follow-up to her previous statement.


Hey, hey, look. Look Ross, Ben drew a picture of you! (Shows him Ben's picture.) Huh? You're-you're a cowboy!

Oh, be-because of the leather pants.

See? Ben doesn't think you're a loser, he thinks you're a cowboy! Now that's something.

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Monica's last utterance is a concluding statement offering reassurance about Ben's drawing, which does not directly solicit a further response from him.


No, no, no, no, no, NO! No, no... we're not together.    We're not a couple. We're definately not a couple.

Well, you seem pretty insulted by that. What? I'm not    good enough for you?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Joey directly challenged Chandler's reaction and asked him a personal question, requiring a response.


!! I mean, look, I left a note and everything.

(reading) Knock-knock. Who's there? Ross Geller's lunch. Ross Geller's lunch, who? Ross Geller's lunch, please don't take me. Okay?

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Chandler is directly mocking Ross's previous statement about leaving a note for his lunch, inviting a response from Ross.


(on machine) "Hey Ross, it's you!" (Hits the stop button) Oh yeah, no that's-that's an old message, nobody needs to hear that.

(looking at the coffee table where his money was) Hey umm, was-was Monica here?

military leader. I mean I know I would make General way before any of you guys.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Monica's general declaration about being a military leader and making General is not a direct response to Ross's previous question about her presence, nor is it specifically addressed to him.


Well uh, I-I’m a paleontologist. Umm, I-I live in New York. I have a son Ben. Uh, hi Ben! (Waves.) And uh…

I said a little bit Ross. Now, how about you Chandler?

Well Joey, I’m a headhunter. I hook up out of work Soviet scientists with rogue third-world nations. Hi Rasputin! (Waves.)

Explanation: Ross was an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT who was interrupted by Joey, who then directly addressed Chandler, and Chandler's subsequent response to Joey means the turn is not currently directed back to Ross.


No, I mean tonight, in the building. Suddenly. Into our lives.

Well, the cat... the cat turned out to be Paolo's cat!

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Rachel's utterance directly responds to his previous statement, continuing their shared discussion about the cat.


They live on the upper east side on Park Avenue!

Oh yeah, she can't be herself.

Okay, so... allright... Which dress? (she holds up    two 'Phoebe' dresses, Rachel and Monica look at them... taking their time, don't    wanting to hurt Phoebe) You can say "neither".

Yeah, totally! You are in such good hands. And I'm    so good with meeting parents. With the father, you know, you want to flirt a    little bit, but not in a gross way. Just kind of like "Oh mr. Pincer,    I can see where Wallis gets his good looks..."

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as Rachel is directly giving her detailed advice on how to interact with parents, which Phoebe should listen to rather than interrupt.


Mail call, Rachel Green, bunk seven.

Thank you. (Examines it) Oh, cool! Free sample of coffee!

Oh good! 'Cause where else would we get any?

What is it?

Country club newsletter. My mother sends me the engagement notices for 'inspiration.' Oh my God! Oh my God, it's Barry and Mindy!

Barry who you almost...?

And Mindy, your maid of...?

(Takes it) That's Mindy? Wow, she is pretty. (Sees Rachel's look) Lucky. To have had a friend like you.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as Monica is directly commenting on Mindy's appearance and Rachel's friendship, but Monica's statement is a complete observation that doesn't explicitly prompt Rachel for an immediate verbal reply.


Here's your scone.

Oh, thanks Gunther. (He takes it, hands the plate it's on to Rachel, sets it down on the table, and proceeds to pound it into oblivion while saying.) STUPID BRITISH SNACK FOOD!!!!!!!

ross addressed rachel, not gunther (ground truth)

Explanation: Gunther is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Ross's subsequent outburst about the scone is an internal reaction not directed at Gunther, concluding their direct interaction.