...Does the knuckle-cracking bother everybody?

Well, I-I could live without it.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Although Joey's question about knuckle-cracking was directed to the group including Phoebe, Rachel has just provided her personal answer, and there is no specific conversational cue for Phoebe to speak immediately after Rachel's contribution.


You two will have very hairy children.

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

Explanation: Joey is a BYSTANDER who should SPEAK to react to Phoebe's surprising and humorous statement about "hairy children," which Ross's response indicated was unexpected.


Yeah, the Knicks rule!

Joey, this is you!

Let me see. (goes over and looks at the form) Oh, right.

Well, right after I did that sex study down at NYU. (to Chandler) Hey, Remember that sweater I gave you for your birthday?

monica did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Monica is a BYSTANDER because Joey's most recent utterance is a direct question to Chandler about a sweater, initiating an exchange that does not involve Monica.


Hey, y’know what and if you’re looking for a place? I just heard in the elevator this morning that a woman in my building died.

Oh my God! Was she old? Does she have a view?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Rachel directly asked Ross two questions about the deceased woman he mentioned, requiring him to provide further information.


Oh hey! Hey Ross! Hey how’s it, how’s it going with you and  Mona? Are you guys still together?

Oh yeah, yeah we’re moving forward. You’ll be getting our card!

rachel did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because she initiated the conversation about Ross and Mona, and Ross's humorous response about "getting our card" provides a conclusive answer to her question without explicitly inviting an immediate follow-up.


Hey, let me tell them!

Joey is gonna be a celebrity guest on a game show!

joey was addressed by monica and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Monica just made an exciting announcement directly about Joey's upcoming celebrity guest appearance, making it appropriate for him to react or elaborate.


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" about what happened, and Monica's response as part of "we" implies Ross was also involved in the event being questioned.


Good that’s a good one. Okay, Monica, anything? Y’know? Does Rachel move the phone pen?

You get your messages!

phoebe did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Rachel's statement "You get your messages!" is a direct response to Phoebe's previous question about Rachel moving the phone pen, indicating Rachel has taken the floor to address the query.


Oh what is it honey, you need some tea? Some soup? (He gets up from the couch and goes into the bedroom to find Monica, still in the robe, lying seductively on the bed. Or at least she’s trying too and as he enters the room, she takes the robe off on of her legs.) Oh-ohhhh!

(trying to be seductive) Calling Dr. Big, Dr. Big to the bed.

Oh Jeez honey, I thought, I thought you were asleep.

How could I be asleep knowing that you were in the next room.

I was asleep. (She takes off her robe and starts to shiver) Oh no! No-no honey! Y’know what’s sexy? Layers. Layers are sexy. And blankets are sexy. And oh! Hot water bottles are sexy.

Come on, get into bed! I want to prove to you that I’m not sick! I wanna make you feel, as good as I feel. (Sneezes.)

Would you please get some rest!

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, and Chandler's direct command "Would you please get some rest!" is a firm instruction for her to stop her current actions, which does not invite further immediate verbal response from her.


Oh, uh, can it wait a second Joey? I have to tell my parents something. No it can’t? Okay.

Okay, look, I think we have to tell Rachel she messed up her dessert.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Ross should speak because Joey's statement about "we" needing to tell Rachel something directly involves Ross, who was just in an exchange with Joey.


So where you gettin' it?

I think on my shoulder. [Ross enters]

What? What's on your shoulder?

Um, a chip. A tattoo, I'm getting a tattoo.

A tattoo? Why, why would you want to do that? [to Rachel] Hi.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT Joey should stay silent because Ross's final utterance shifts the address directly to Rachel with "Hi," indicating a new immediate exchange.


Okay, the reason why I asked you guys out to brunch today is because I have been doing some thinking about who should be my maid of honor.

Oh my God! This is it! (She and Phoebe hold hands.) (To Phoebe) I really hope it’s you!

rachel addressed phoebe, not monica (ground truth)

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Rachel's most recent utterance is a private exchange with Phoebe, expressing her hope to Phoebe, and not a direct address to Monica.


Oh really! Where? Somewhere funny I'd bet! (Chandler is straining to keep quiet as Phoebe enters.)

Hornswoggle? (To Chandler) Ooh, this must be killing you.

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT who was just speaking and is part of the ongoing group conversation, and Phoebe's unusual comment "Hornswoggle?" presents an opportunity for him to react or.


(on answering machine) Hi, it’s me. I’ve been trying to reach you all night. I feel awful. Please, Ross, you gotta know there is nothing between me and Mark. This whole break-up thing is just stupid.

Chloe, Chloe how’s it coming?!!

Umm, oh, hey, I don’t know. How about a big one?

Well then a small one!! Listen, let’s, we kinda have to get going!

Explanation: BYSTANDER; Ross is currently engaged in a live conversation with Chloe, discussing something unrelated to Rachel's earlier answering machine message, making Rachel a bystander to this exchange.


I cannot believe you didn’t pick me.

Uh, in her defense, she’s right. I am stronger. I would destroy you.

Oh really?! You think you’re stronger? Why don’t you prove it? (He pushes Ross who starts to fall backwards until Mona catches him.)

Oh I’ll prove it! I’ll prove it like a theorem!!

chandler did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, and Ross's enthusiastic acceptance of Chandler's challenge to "prove it" indicates that Ross is now expected to elaborate or act on his claim.


(laughs nervously as well, Laura looks confused) (To Laura) Some people    don't     get him, but I think he's really funny! (She takes Laura to their own bedroom).

(quivering with anger) I did not care for that!

(escorting Joey to the door) You have to get out of here. You slept    with     our social worker and you never called her back and she is still pissed, so    she can't     see you.

joey was addressed by chandler and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Chandler is directly addressing Joey, explaining why he needs to leave and detailing the consequences of his actions, which prompts Joey to respond to the situation.


She went on one of those spray-on tan places.

Eh, you got a spray-on tan?

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, and Ross's direct question, "Eh, you got a spray-on tan?", is a clear inquiry that prompts her to respond.


Well, what’d you do?

I did it anyway.

Phoebe! Come on! Let’s go! (Knocks on her door.) Come on! (Phoebe enters with guitar and not ready to go.) Why aren’t you dressed yet?!

I’m sorry, but I just wrote the best dance song for your wedding. Check this out. (Gets ready to play.)

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because she initiated the exchange with Phoebe about getting ready, and Phoebe's current action of preparing to play a song is a direct response to Monica's urgency, requiring Monica to respond to the diversion.


Why won’t you let me massage you?

Monica! We lived together for years! I’ve seen you naked!

That’s different, we were roommates! And when?!

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because she initiated the exchange about massaging Monica, and Monica just directly questioned her with "And when?!", requiring a response.


Oh really? Uh, Monica said she had a date at 900.

Limited seating my ass. Let’s see who made the cut. (To the couple sitting to her right.) Hi!

Explanation: Chandler is a BYSTANDER as Monica has shifted her attention from their previous exchange to make a general comment and then directly address an external couple, initiating a new interaction that does not involve him.


I don’t think you do.

You didn’t propose to me. Joey did.

joey was addressed by rachel and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Rachel's most recent utterance directly attributes an action to him ("Joey did"), making him the subject of the current discussion and inviting a response.


I’m sorry, I was just reading the joke below it. Man, that one is funny. (Ross grabs the magazine away from her.)

Look, Chandler, it’s my joke. But, hey, if it makes you feel any better they don’t print the name, so it doesn’t really matter who gets credit, right?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT. Ross is directly addressing Chandler about the joke's credit, making Rachel an overhearer to this specific exchange.


Oh Joey! Joey! No, it’s not you! You didn’t get anybody pregnant!

Oh. Why would you scare me like that? What the hell is going on? (Pause.) Is somebody pregnant?

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, and while Joey's question "Is somebody pregnant?" directly follows her previous statement, it is a general inquiry about the situation, allowing for a moment of suspense.


(on phone) Okay, great!  Bye. (Hangs up as Chandler enters.) So guess who’s coming to Thanksgiving dinner?

Oh! That’s great, they haven’t seen the place since I moved in!

Yeah, and y’know, if you could not mention to them that we live together, that would be great! (Quickly trying to change subjects), I was thinking we would eat around four.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, Monica just gave Chandler a direct instruction and then quickly changed the subject, inviting him to respond to either the instruction or the abrupt topic shift.


Oh really? Like what Monica?

Y’know she has 147,000 pairs of boots…

Oh yeah, good start Mon.

She lets you borrow them.

Yeah and you stretch ‘em out with your big old clown feet.

Do you wanna live outside?! Because it’s gettin’ cold! (To Phoebe) She gets tons of catalogs and umm, she’ll fold down the pages of the things she thinks that I’d like.

When I take a shower, she leaves me little notes on the mirror.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT who initiated the discussion about Phoebe's good qualities and has been actively engaging in a back-and-forth with Monica, making it her turn to respond to Monica's latest example.


Hey, where’d you get that?

I went really long.

Forty-two to twenty-one! Like the turkey, Ross is done!

It’s no surprise that your winning, ‘cause you got to pick first, so you got the better team.

Explanation: Rachel is a BYSTANDER as Ross's last utterance is a direct response to Monica's previous comment about the game, continuing their exchange and not addressing Rachel.


Chandler, do you think we talk about our relationship enough?

Oh that’s so funny because we found someone too.

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Chandler's response "Oh that’s so funny because we found someone too" is a non-sequitur that doesn't directly answer her question about their relationship, not requiring an immediate verbal follow-up from her.


are stealing her thunder. (To Monica) Which we are not!

Well, we’re still talking about it, aren’t we?

Monica-Monica-Monica-Monica, listen-listen, listen, listen, would-would it make you feel better if we all stop talking about Ross and Rachel.

monica was addressed by joey and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Joey directly addressed Monica and asked her a question, prompting her to respond.


No way! It’s mine!!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Joey's statement "All that stuff you just said? I want that!" is a direct response to Rachel's previous utterance, prompting her to respond.


You had to do it, didn’t you? You couldn’t just leave it alone.

Four percent. Okay. I tip more than that when there’s a bug in my food.

Ross, tonight was about the two of you getting along. (Ross groans and rubs his neck) Oh, would you just see my chiropractor, already.

Yeah, I’m gonna go to a doctor who went to school in a mini-mall.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as Ross just directly responded to her suggestion about seeing a chiropractor with a dismissive and sarcastic remark, which doesn't immediately invite a direct counter or further elaboration from her.


(laughs) All I could think of was y’know, "Is he gonna kiss me? Is he gonna kiss me?"

I’m a lady Monica, I don’t kiss and tell. But this hickey speaks for itself. (She starts to open up her blouse.)

monica was addressed by phoebe and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Phoebe directly addressed Monica and is about to reveal a hickey, clearly inviting a reaction or comment from her.


I guess you can get back to deciding on what to get me for a present! (Runs out.)

(To Phoebe, after Monica’s gone) We have to get her a present?!

phoebe was addressed by rachel and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Rachel directly addressed Phoebe with a question about getting Monica a present, prompting a response from her.


Hey! You made it!

Okay is there…some kind of magic tunnel to this hospital?!

Ross, you stay here and talk, I’m gonna go have a baby.

rachel addressed ross, not joey (ground truth)

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Rachel's urgent statement about having a baby is directed solely at Ross, creating a private exchange between them that doesn't require Joey's input.


Since when do you watch the news?

hot weather girl.

Explanation: Phoebe is a BYSTANDER; Rachel asked Joey a direct question, and Joey just responded to Rachel, indicating an ongoing exchange between them that does not involve Phoebe.


Gunther, Gunther, please, I’ve worked here for two and a half years, I know the empty trays go over there. (points to the counter.)

What if you put them here. (sets the empty tray on another stack of empty trays on the back counter.)

Huh. Well, y'know that’s actually a really good idea, because that way they’ll be closer to the mugs. Y'know what, you should have the other waitresses do that too.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Rachel just praised Gunther's suggestion and recommended he implement it with other waitresses, directly inviting his further engagement in the discussion.


I like them a lot.

That's not what I had in mind! See, people like Ross don't generally wear these types of pants. You see, they're very tight. (Motions to Ross's buttock.) Maybe there's something in that area.

ross was addressed by chandler and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Chandler directly commented on Ross's pants and gestured towards him, making Ross the clear focus of the current exchange.


No, one of them...

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

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Rachel's general question "what were the names I just said?" invites a response from anyone present in the conversation.


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

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

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Phoebe was an active participant, but Joey's statement "I'm gonna go shave" is a self-directed announcement of his departure and an action, not a direct address to her, indicating he is disengaging from the immediate exchange.


Oh, Phoebe, she couldn't stop crying! With those thick glasses, her tears looked giant.

I know, it's tough. You know what the first thing I did after my mother's funeral was?

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Phoebe's question "You know what the first thing I did after my mother's funeral was?" is a rhetorical setup for her own story, not a direct query for Monica to answer.


What? Wait-wait a minute, what? Phoebe, what's the matter?

Our apartment is ready.

And that makes you angry because…

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Rachel has directly asked her "What's the matter?" and then followed up with "And that makes you angry because…", prompting Phoebe to explain her feelings about the apartment being ready.


If you would’ve let me finish, it goes on to say that he’s probably not gay.

Sure, you guys don’t have this problem, you’re made of wood. (Rachel comes out of the bathroom) Hey!

I don’t know, y’know? I feel a little umm… No, y’know what? Nevermind, I’m gonna be fine.

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT who just greeted Rachel, and Rachel's self-correction about feeling "a little umm..." invites a follow-up question or comment from him.


Anything I can do to help?

Actually there is. Chandler usually helps me with this, but he’s really into the game so I don’t want to bother him. Could you help me fold these napkins? (Hands her a stack of them.)

chandler was addressed by monica and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Monica directly references him and his usual role in helping her, stating she doesn't want to bother him, which invites his potential response or acknowledgment.


But between you and Phoebe, I’d have to give the edge to Phoebe.

sweet! He’s a teacher, he does all this volunteer work. Y’know normally y’know, I don’t like really sweaty guys. But this one? I could just mop him up!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Phoebe is expressing her personal feelings about a guy she likes, not directly addressing Joey or soliciting his opinion, allowing him to remain silent.


Oh come on! You're making it sound worse than it actually was.

Her date tipped me ten dollars. (Monica laughs)

Phoebe, you'll catch pneumonia.

Explanation: BYSTANDER: Monica's last utterance is a direct warning to Phoebe, shifting the conversational focus away from Ross.


They love my candy? Oh man!!! I’ve gotta go make more!! (Starts to do so.)

Hey Mon, you might wanna make some more lasagna too, because something might’ve happened to a huge chunk of it.

Explanation: Ross is a BYSTANDER as Joey directly addressed Monica about the lasagna, and the comment was not directed at Ross.


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!!

I... I don't know..

Ross, I'm telling you, she's giving up getting her eyebrows (points    at her own to emphasize the word) shaped to do this alright? Do you understand    how important that is in our world?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Ross is an active participant, but Rachel just delivered a strong, persuasive argument directly to him, ending with a rhetorical question that doesn't immediately demand a verbal response.


Look! This is ridiculous. We should be packing you!! (She knocks over Monica, grabs a box, and runs into the kitchen.)

(entering) I am not!

Oh really?! Then how come all your stuff is in this box?! (Monica starts chasing Rachel around the table.)

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Rachel just directly challenged her about her belongings, and the stage direction indicates Monica is physically chasing Rachel rather than speaking.


Wow Pheebs, you speak Italian?

I guess so. (See, the brief possession didn't affect her at all, like we could really tell.)

(She enters and hands Phoebe the earring) Here you go. Thank you!

rachel addressed phoebe, not joey (ground truth)

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Rachel just entered and directly addressed Phoebe, making it Phoebe's turn to respond to Rachel's action and thanks.


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.

Well okay, how about four hours in a freezing museum auditorium listening to Professor Pitstains and he’s ‘Hey everybody! Remember that thing that’s been dead for a gazillion years. Well there’s this little bone we didn’t know it had!’

First of all it’s Professor Pittain! And second of all, that little bone, proved that, that particular dinosaur had wings, but didn’t fly.

Okay, see now, what I just heard blah-blah-blah, blah-blah-blah-blah-blah, blah-blah-blah, blah, blah.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Rachel's "blah-blah-blah" is a dismissive and sarcastic summary of Ross's previous explanation, indicating her disengagement from his detailed point rather than inviting a further response from him on that specific topic.


Oh God! He’s gonna come by and borrow some candles for his big date!

No-no, Rachel, don’t get it! He can’t see us!

rachel was addressed by monica and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, Monica directly addressed Rachel with an instruction not to answer the door, prompting Rachel to respond to the command.


(overhearing that) Why don't you just go out with her!

(following him) And did you notice the ice? (Gestures to 3 huge buckets of ice on the table.) Look! We have it all! We have crushed! Cubed! And dry! Watch! (Pours some water onto the dry ice, causing it to evaporate/smoke.) Ahhh! Mystical!

Explanation: BYSTANDER; Phoebe is actively demonstrating the different types of ice and making an excited observation, not addressing Chandler or soliciting a response from him.


Monica, hey, can I borrow the Porsche?

But ehm...what is it not?

(abashed) A place to entertain my lady friends.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Monica should SPEAK because Joey's last utterance was a direct answer to her previous question about the Porsche's intended use.


So you stole that tape from Richard's apartment?

Whoho ho... Listen to the judgement from the porn    star!

That tape was never meant to be seen by... (pauses)    Joey I would feel more comfortable if I was having this conversation in private.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Monica directly addressed Joey, stating her discomfort with his presence and implying a need for him to acknowledge her request for privacy.


Monica and I are engaged.

I’m getting married!!!! I’m gonna be a bride!!!! (Someone else yells at her.) No, I will not shut up because I’m engaged! (He yells again.) Ohh, big talk! Huh, why don’t you come over here and say that to me?! Huh, buddy?! Yeah, my fiancee will kick your ass! (Chandler starts to look worried.) Come on, apartment 20! Apartment 20!

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Monica just invoked him directly in a confrontation by threatening someone with "my fiancee will kick your ass," making him central to the escalating situation.


Yes, every single one of them.

Phoebe, you're gonna be with your grandma?

Yes, and her boyfriend. But we're celebrating Thanksgiving in December 'cause he is lunar.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Monica asked Phoebe a direct question about her Thanksgiving plans, and Phoebe just finished providing a detailed answer, making it Monica's turn to respond or acknowledge.


You told this guy that I was looking for a fling?! You don’t tell the guy that!

Oh, between you telling him that I wanted to have a fling and me putting out on the first date—oh, he’s so gonna get the wrong idea.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Rachel is venting her distress about a guy getting the "wrong idea," creating an opening for Monica to offer a supportive comment or advice as a close friend.


Chandler! Patrick just uh, ended things with me. Did you or did you not tell him that I was looking for a serious relationship?

I did! I absolutely did!

You don’t tell a guy that you’re looking for a serious relationship! You don’t tell the guy that! Now you scared him away!

be allowed to talk to people!

Oh! See just I’m right back where I started! Aww, this sucks! Being alone, sucks! (She sits down heavily in one of the new chairs)

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Rachel's most recent utterance is a self-directed lament about her situation and feelings of being alone, not a direct address or question to him.


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.

Sure you can! Give them some blocks, put them in a playpen!

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as he is directly debating Phoebe, who has just delivered a complete and illustrative counter-argument to his previous statement, creating a natural moment for a pause before a response.


Pheebs, how’s it going?

(rapidly) I’m doing okay. I think it’s going well. Do you think they’re having fun? Am I talking to fast?

Explanation: BYSTANDER; Phoebe's rapid-fire questions are a direct continuation of her response to Monica, seeking feedback from the person she was just speaking with.


(sits down at the table) Oh, eh, just thinking about Emily getting married tomorrow. (Joey panics.)

Ooh, Ross, look! Look! (Points behind Ross.)

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Joey just directly addressed him and instructed him to "look," which calls for a non-verbal action of turning to see rather than a verbal response.


(to the new Hugsy) You're not the same!

You know, it's a lot less surprising to do that after I've buzzed you into the building.

Explanation: BYSTANDER; Phoebe's comment about buzzing someone into the building is a new topic not addressed to Joey, who was previously focused on his new Hugsy.


What? That's not? (Realizes) Oh my God.

Even Mary Tyler Moore would've been better.

I like it. I do, I think it's a Ten. (Chandler laughs.)

Come on, Monica, things could be worse. You could get caught between the moon and New York City. I know it's crazy, but it's true.

Explanation: Joey is a BYSTANDER as Chandler's most recent utterance is a direct address to Monica, offering a humorous consolation that does not involve Joey.


(steps up and points at her) All right! You and me! Let’s go! Right now!

All right! All right! Enough! Enough! Enough!! Enough! (To Chandler and Monica) You two go home! I-I-I gotta talk to Janine! (They start to leave.)

joey addressed chandler, not monica (ground truth)

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as Joey directly told her and Chandler to go home, indicating he needs to speak with Janine privately and their involvement in the current exchange is over.


Okay. Rachel and Phoebe are already there, okay? So they probably started without us. We could just slip in and no-one needs to know where we were! (he raises his hands and on his right one there's a Rangers foam finger)

What are you doing here!

We figured we could be late because you guys were gonna be on time (he points the foam finger at the girls)

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Joey's explanation is addressed to "you guys" (Rachel and Phoebe), which doesn't specifically prompt Rachel for an immediate follow-up, allowing for a pause or a response from Phoebe.


I wasn't. Let's get going!

Hey, are Ross and Rachel back?

Joey, we just saw you come in. You ran past us on the stairs.

monica did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Monica is a BYSTANDER as Ross is directly addressing Joey, clarifying his recent arrival, and not involving Monica in this specific exchange.


Is this the video of the baby being born? Sweetie, this is Phoebe’s. Why were you even watching it?

I thought…maybe…you got me porn for Valentine’s Day.

Chandler, if you thought I was going to get you porn for Valentine’s Day… (pulls a video out of a basket) you were right! Apparently, it’s about a young girl who moves to the big city, you know, in search of stardom, but ends up having sex with a lot of guys! Yeah, it got four starts! (looks closer) Oh, wait a minute. Those aren’t stars. Anyway, you want to take a look?

Well, I’m not really in a sexy mood right now.

How long it took to go back in the water?

Chandler, we can’t let this tape wreck Valentine’s Day!

Oh, beautiful? Really? Beautiful? You think this is beautiful? (picks up the remote and presses a button, and he immediately makes a face that just looks like he’s going to throw up!)

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, and she should speak to address Chandler's disgusted reaction to the video, which is the central topic of their ongoing exchange.


…so then President Steve told everyone that I was a cheapskate, and now the whole building hates me! A little kid spit on my knee! Y'know what I'm gonna do? I'm gonna throw a party. That's right. For everyone in the building, and I'm gonna sit them down and explain to them, I am not a bad guy. I am not a cheap guy! I'm just a guy who-who stands up for what he believes in. A man with principles.

(To Rachel) Sounds like a fun party.

Hmm. Look, Ross, if you want your neighbors to like you, why don't you just pay the hundred bucks? The party's gonna cost you way more than that.

rachel addressed ross, not chandler (ground truth)

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Rachel is directly addressing Ross with advice about his party plan, making the current exchange between them.


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.

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT in a direct argument with Phoebe, and Phoebe just made a direct, critical comment about Monica's songs, prompting Monica to respond.


Joey, we're not keeping this!

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.

She climbs out of the frame, and then drags her half-a-body    across the floor, just looking for legs to steal. (in a spooky, slow voice)    And then with her one good hand, she slo-o-owly re-e-a-aches up and turns your    doorknob.

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Rachel has been directly telling him a spooky story about the painting he wants, and the most recent utterance is the climax of that narrative, prompting his reaction.


Yes! He has a naked picture of Monica! He takes naked pictures of us! And then he eats chicken and looks at them!

(grabbing the picture) Give me that!

rachel did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Monica's direct command "Give me that!" is addressed to the person holding the picture, not soliciting further input from Rachel.


Yeah, like a moth to a flame, I’m telling ya. Okay all right, so now  you go.

No, I don’t want to tell you.

More embarrassing than shiny raspberry lip balm?! (Rachel just looks at  him.) I didn’t say raspberry before did I? All right just-just tell me Rach, just  tell me!

(laughs) Okay. All right, stand up. (They do so.) Well, when we’re  at the door, I lightly press my lips against his, and then move into his body just for a  second, and then I make this sound, "Hmmm." Okay, I know it doesn’t sound  like anything, but I swear it works.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Joey should SPEAK because Rachel has just finished revealing the embarrassing information he was persistently pressing her to share, making it his turn to react to her detailed explanation.


Joey? Could you get that? (There is no answer and she goes and opens the  door to Joey.) What are you doing here? I thought you were in your room?

No, I’m picking you up for our date. These are for you. (Hands her  some flowers.)

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Joey just directly responded to her questions about his presence and offered her flowers, which she needs to acknowledge.


And they knew about it?

(pause as she considers it) Okay, well Ross, what is this really about?

Look, this is my home and I want to be able to come and go whenever I want!

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because she previously asked Ross a direct question about the situation, and Ross's latest statement continues their ongoing argument, inviting her to further engage.


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.

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Monica just made a significant announcement about a joint decision that "Chandler and I" made, directly involving him in the shared news and the ongoing discussion.


See now-now you’re taking them away from their home.

Okay, I get it. So, I get nothing! Nothing here is mine! Everything here is yours! I’ll get up in the morning put on your clothes, and head off to work!

Yeah-yeah, y’know what? Yeah, that’s it-that’s it, everything will be mine! Nothing will be yours! That’s-that’s what I said! Oh come on, Chandler! I’m talking about the barca lounger! It just, it doesn’t match! Where is it gonna go?!

In the game room!

my fault that your chairs are incredibly ugly!

All right! That’s fine! That’s fine! I won’t bring over the chairs! I won’t bring anything over! I wouldn’t want to ruin the ambiance over here at Grandma’s place!! (Storms out.)

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Chandler's dramatic exit and storming out signals the end of his turn and the immediate conversation, leaving Monica with no one to address.


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.

rachel addressed ross, not phoebe (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Rachel's most recent utterance is a direct response to Ross's initial comment about her attire, making the current exchange primarily between Ross and Rachel and not directly addressing Phoebe.


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?

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Phoebe's question "what are you going to bet?" is a general inquiry about the terms of the bet, rather than a direct address solely to Chandler.


(sarcastically) Yeah. Look Joey, it’s enough all right?! You keep making these stupid jokes and this sleazy innuendoes and it’s—I’m not—it’s just not funny anymore!

All right, I’m sorry. Rach I—Rach I’m sorry. Okay? I’m sorry! Maybe I can make up for it by, taking you roughly in the barn. (Giggles.)

All right! Y’know what? That’s it! You wanna do it?! Let’s do it!

(starting to move closer to him) That’s right, I wanna do it with you! I’ve been trying to fight it, but you just said all the right things.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Rachel is delivering a highly sarcastic and confrontational statement directly to Joey, putting him on the spot and leaving him to process the weight of her words rather than inviting an immediate verbal response.


(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!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Chandler's last utterance is a direct explanation to Ross, clarifying the "ten o'clock" concept that Ross previously misunderstood, thus inviting Ross's response.


And this goes for all guys?

All guys that are awake. Then we go to sleep and then all the guys from the other end of the world wake up and behave the exact same way.

(To Ross in the kitchen) All right, it's another commercial; I still haven't told her!

Joey! This is like the last commercial. You've got like (checks his watch) ten minutes left!

I know, I know! What am I going to do? (Thinks) Ooh!

Explanation: BYSTANDER: Chandler should stay silent because Joey and Ross are engaged in a private and urgent conversation about Joey's commercial, and Chandler is not being addressed by either of them.


Okay, so it’s probably just the Ross thing then.

So Rachel called. Wants to see me. Going over in a minute.

phoebe did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Ross's statement "So Rachel called.


So, do you guys wanna come and eat dinner at the restaurant sometime in the next few weeks?

Well, I can't give you a massage, because my licence has been revoked again!

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; however, Phoebe has just introduced a new, unrelated topic about her revoked massage license, which shifts the conversational focus away from Monica's dinner invitation.


Yeah, I think I have some around here somewhere. Why?

Well, it’s just that maternity clothes are so expensive.

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because she just asked Phoebe "Why?" and Phoebe's most recent utterance directly answers that question, creating an expectation for Monica to respond.


Joey told you about the leg, huh?

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

It came up.

Listen, I ah, I know it’s a longshot. But, by any chance did she find that funny?

chandler did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Joey's question, "did she find that funny?", is likely directed at Monica, who was the subject of the previous discussion, rather.


Ooh! No, no, no, no, he's not like a kook, no. He's just like this, this very passionate, incredibly romantic guy, that got like a tinsy bit carried away, you know. And we just get along really well, and he's so cute.

Oh my God, you've got a crush on your sister's stalker.

No, I'm just gonna help him, you know, get 'de-Ursula-ized', like you know, like I did for Joey after he went out with her.

joey was addressed by phoebe and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Phoebe directly referenced his past experience with Ursula, using him as an example of someone she "de-Ursula-ized.".


Oh my God. I cannot keep having this same fight over and over again, Ross, no, you’re, you’re, you’re making this too hard.

Oh I’m, I’m making this too hard. Okay, what do you want me to do.

I don’t know, I don’t know. Urrrgh! Look, maybe we should take a break.

Okay, okay, 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 yogart, or something.. (opens the door)

No. (Ross is standing in the doorway.) A break from us.

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT in this intense argument, and Rachel's direct and impactful statement, "A break from us," is a significant emotional blow that requires a moment for Ross to process.


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: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Chandler is part of the ongoing conversation about dinner, but Monica's last utterance was an explanation to the group about how she acquired the steaks, not a direct question or prompt for him to respond.


And that would be?

I, um, can't tell you.

Joey, what's going on?

joey was addressed by monica and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Monica directly asked Joey what was going on, requiring a response from him.


that she put me in charge of cups and ice.

Y'know I rued the day once…didn't get a whole lot else done.

Okay, time to bring up the rest of the cups. (She goes and opens the door to Joey.) Oh, hi Joey!

Ross good, I'm uh glad you're here. I wanna talk to you about something.

Well, I've been thinking about this whole commercial thing, y'know me going up against Ben, the two of us competing, and that can't lead to anything good. So, I think I'm just gonna step aside. I'm gonna tell them that I won't audition.

Explanation: Chandler is a BYSTANDER as Joey entered and directly addressed Ross, initiating a private conversation about the commercial that solely involves them.


All right Rock, Paper, Scissors who has to tell the whore to leave! (Joey smirks.) What?

I miss this.

I don’t think we’ve actually done this before!

No, I-I miss hanging out with you.

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Joey's recent statement "No, I-I miss hanging out with you" is a personal reflection directed at Chandler that doesn't demand an immediate verbal response.


Yeah, I’ll get right on that.

Oh come on Ross!! (She tries to switch places with him and goes under his leg.)

ross was addressed by rachel and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, Rachel directly addressed Ross and physically engaged him by trying to switch places, creating an expectation for his response.


Just wanna check my horoscope, see if it was right.

Oh my God. (Grabs Phoebe and turns her away) Phoebe. Don't look now, but behind us is a guy who has the potential to break our hearts and plunge us into a pit of depression.

phoebe was addressed by monica and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Monica directly addressed her with a dramatic warning about a guy behind them, prompting a response or acknowledgment from Phoebe.


Monica did it?

Oh my God, I wrecked your baby!! (runs into the bedroom)

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Monica's exclamation of guilt and immediate action of running into the bedroom indicate she is not expecting a direct response from him at this moment.


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

Well then, you should look with us.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Phoebe's suggestion to Chandler to "look with us" implies Rachel is part of the "us" group, making her involved in the ongoing discussion about a shared activity.


The sheer volume, it was like flying with the Riddler!

Oh, I’m sorry. Was that another joke?

(entering) Hey! Is Ross still here?

Look, it was accident! Okay? I-I feel bad that it happened, but I swear, I didn’t even watch it! Anyway, here. (He takes the tape out of his coat pocket.) I thought you might be more comfortable destroying it yourself. (Tosses her the tape.)

Explanation: Chandler is a BYSTANDER as Ross is directly addressing Rachel and handing her a tape, continuing a private exchange that does not involve Chandler.


All right, all right, all right, all right, you wanna know what I do when I take resume shots?

Borrow money from me?

Okay, first—first of all, you want to make it look spontaneous. I look down (Looks down), look down, keep looking down; then I look up. (Looks up and smiles.) See? All right, now you try. Look down (Chandler looks down), you’re looking down, keep looking down…

Why is there jelly on your shoe?

I had a donut. (Chandler nods.)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, Chandler's non-verbal nod after Joey directly answered his question about the jelly on his shoe sufficiently acknowledges the information, concluding that brief side topic.


So I don't have to sing and I can just sit there and pass  judgments on others?

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

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT. Rachel has just entered and addressed the group with an urgent new topic, shifting the conversation away from Monica's previous question about judging others.


Really? What do you do? You just sit in there stewing in your own filth.

How dirty do you think I am? I’m telling you, if you had some candles  and some bubbles and some music, you would love it! It would take all of your stress away.

(entering) Hey, Chandler, you got a minute? I-I really need to talk to you.

Oh! Uh, yeah! Is this a cold pizza talk or a leftover meatloaf talk?

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as he initiated a conversation with Chandler who then responded directly to him with a clarifying question, and the silence allows for a beat before Joey elaborates on the "talk.


I need something sweet.

Does anyone wanna watch TV?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Phoebe's general question, "Does anyone wanna watch TV?", is addressed to the entire group rather than specifically to Joey, allowing for other participants to respond first.


Ok, all right. It was an accident, I swear, all right. I was putting on myjacket, and the thing, and the lamp, and it broke.

Oh, please, Monica. You've always hated my lamp, and then, all of a sudden,it's just magically broken?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Rachel directly accused Monica of intentionally breaking her lamp, requiring Monica to defend herself against the accusation.


Hey Chandler! Y’know that girl you went to college with who-who became a movie director?

Oh yeah, Dana Keystone. She was in my Movement class.

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as he initiated the conversation by asking Chandler about a specific person, and Chandler's recent response identifying Dana Keystone sets up Joey to elaborate on his original query.


No, huh uh, no way, I'm sorry, not gonna happen.

Whoa, whoa, prom night flashback.

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Chandler's humorous observation about Phoebe's reaction is not directed at her, so she is not expected to respond.


Wow! My breasts are really strong. (She goes and joins Monica.)

Chandler! Chandler, please, I have to get you locked up back the way you were, I am sooo gonna lose my job, she’s very private about her office. Now I know why.

chandler was addressed by rachel and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, Rachel directly addressed Chandler by name and made an urgent plea for him to return to his previous state, requiring a response.


Well, maybe the crazy fog has lifted and she realises that life without me.... a-sucks.

It’s possible. You are very loveable, I’d miss you if I broke up with you. (Ross glares at him) I was just trying to be supportive.

Then be supportive like a guy.

(in a deep voice) If I broke up with you, I’d miss you.

You ah, wanted to see me?

Explanation: Chandler is a BYSTANDER as Ross's last utterance, "You ah, wanted to see me?", is a new question not addressed to Chandler, indicating a shift in focus or a new interaction.


Yeah. Y’know umm, uh, umm, about that, umm, Ross I really appreciate your offer to let me move in and everything, but don’t you think it’s gonna be weird?

Wh-why?! Why-why-why would it, why would it be weird?

Well, because of us! Because of our history.

No! No! It would be weird if we were still in that place, I mean are you still in that place?

No! Not at all!

Good! Me neither! So it’s not a problem. We’re just two friends who happen to be roommates.

Okay, but Ross, eventually you and I are gonna be dating.

Really?! We are?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Although Ross directly questioned Rachel's bold prediction, her silence allows his surprise to resonate and gives him the space to process or react further to her statement about their future relationship.


uhu uhu, check this out. (Chandler sits down and looks at laptop screen)

Huh! So that's what I would look like if I worked out... and was being serviced by a policeman. You're not actually going to send these out are ya?

Eh..actually no, I don't need to because your little "Ross is dead" joke didn't work, ok, there were no responses. Nobody posted anything on the website, nobody called my parents, so the joke my friend is on you. Nobody called, nobody wrote anything, nobody cares that I'm dead. (silence) Oh my God! Nobody cares that I'm dead!?

No, come on, you know that's not true.

What are you talking about? You get sixty responses just for coming out of the closet! I didn't get one response! And I'm dead!

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Ross is still expressing his frustration and making a point about his lack of responses, directly countering Chandler's previous attempt at comfort without explicitly soliciting a further response.


Hey Joey, come taste this.

What is it?

Remember that guy that gave me a bad review? Well… (Feeds him a spoonful of what she’s cooking.) I’m getting my revenge!

You cooked him?

No. He teaches a course on food criticism at the New School, so before we go to the movies I wanna go by there and make him try my bouillabaisse again. Oh, I cannot wait to read the front page of the Post tomorrow! "Restaurant reviewer admits I was wrong about Monica."

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Monica's most recent utterance is a long, excited monologue detailing her plan and anticipated revenge, which does not directly prompt Joey for a response.


Well to tell you the truth, they uh, (Pause) they had a problem with the bag!

Y'know what? It was a stupid play anyway!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Monica should speak because Joey just made a self-deprecating comment about the play, inviting a supportive or inquisitive response from the group.


What about your massage client?

I just felt so bad, missing this. So I just slipped him a little something,    you know. As long as I'm back in five or six hours, it will be alright.

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT in the group discussion, and Phoebe's explanation of her client situation and how she managed it provides an opening for others to comment or share their own related.


I said I didn’t technically.

Okay let’s put aside that you (Makes quote marks with his fingers.) "accidentally" picked up my grandmothers ring and you (Does it again) "accidentally" proposed to Rachel.

Look, can I just stop you right there for a second? When people do this (Makes quote marks with his fingers.) I don’t really know what that means. (Ross just looks at him) You were saying?

And I can even understand that you couldn’t tell Rachel, but why couldn’t you tell me, huh? You had all day to and you didn’t.

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Ross just delivered a direct accusation and rhetorical question to him regarding why he didn't disclose the proposal, which, despite being addressed to Joey, might elicit.


Hey! Oh Joey, honey listen, thank you for talking to my yesterday about that thing with my boss. That really meant a lot.

Not a problem. Oh, and just so you know, that guy’s not going to be bothering you about that baby thing anymore.

Let’s just say I took care of it.

Don’t worry! Don’t worry. I just told him, very nicely, "You don’t go buying people’s babies, so back off!!"

No! No, no-no-no Joey he doesn’t want to buy my baby! I made that up!

So that we would have something to talk about! So it wouldn’t be awkward!

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Joey's question "And you couldn’t think of anything else?!" is a rhetorical expression of disbelief directed at her admission, not an open-ended question requiring an immediate verbal response.


Well last night, I met Monica’s.

Yeah, I had a date with this guy, and I swear to God, he is her other half.

Come on, don’t be crazy. (To Rachel) You don’t think there’s someone out there better suited for Monica than me, do ya? (Rachel looks at him.)

chandler addressed rachel, not phoebe (ground truth)

Explanation: Phoebe is a BYSTANDER as Chandler has directly addressed Rachel with a question about his suitability for Monica, making the current exchange between them.


She's asleep. Chandler?

Emma was doing it!

Ooh, she's asleep, that means we can...

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, and Chandler's suggestive, incomplete statement "Ooh, she's asleep, that means we can..." is directed at her, inviting her to complete the thought or respond to the implication.


Thanks for the help, problem solved. (Wipes his hands.)

Oh hey Joey! We've been watching all day, when are you gonna be on TV?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Monica directly addressed Joey with a question about his TV appearance, prompting him to respond.


And they knew about it?

(pause as she considers it) Okay, well Ross, what is this really about?

ross was addressed by phoebe and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Phoebe directly addressed Ross with a question, explicitly inviting him to elaborate on his previous statement.


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

Before or after you were shot by your own troops?

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT in this group discussion, and after Chandler's humorous jab at Monica, the floor is open for another group member to contribute to the lighthearted banter.


No, no, Ross and Rachel will be back soon and then I gotta go to the office (Pulls another balloon out of his mouth) Am I producing them?

Oh you guys thanks for doing this.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Rachel's general expression of gratitude to "you guys" serves as a concluding remark that does not directly prompt an individual response 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.

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Ross's sarcastic "Thank you" serves as a closing remark to her last suggestion, not an invitation for her to continue offering solutions.


Umm uh, I’ll make some coffee and we can uh, chat.

I’d love that. I would loooove… (Carol goes to make the coffee and she sits down.) So uh, so where is sweet little Ben? I would love to have a little...

(from the kitchen) Rach, do you want some sugar in your coffee?

Yes oh—(To Ben)—Do I want sugar in my coffee? (Ben nods no.) No, just some milk would be good Carol. Thanks. (To Ben) Okay, do you remember all that stuff I taught you yesterday?

Explanation: Carol is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Rachel has finished her response about the coffee and has now turned her attention to Ben, initiating a new conversation with him.


You don't kiss your friend's mom! Sisters are okay, maybe a hot-lookin' aunt... but not a mom, never a mom!

What are you guys doing out here?

Uh.. uh.. Well, Joey and I had discussed getting in an early morning racquetball game. But, um, apparently, somebody overslept.

Yeah, well, you don't have your racket.

No, no I don't, because it's being restrung, somebody was supposed to bring me one.

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Ross's last utterance is a direct response to Joey's accusation about the racket, continuing their back-and-forth blame game.


Yeah! (Monica gives a sarcastic thumbs up) (Josh leaves) I am soo gonna marry that guy. (looking in her wallet) Ohhh!

Thank you so much Phoebe.

Explanation: Rachel is a BYSTANDER because Monica's direct thanks to Phoebe shifts the conversation away from Rachel's previous personal thought about Josh.


Okay. Wow! So I get to see what Joey Tribbiani is like on a date. So do  you have any moves?

No! No. Umm, just myself and if they don’t like me for—(Laughs.)  I’m sorry I couldn’t even get through that.

I knew it! I knew it. Come on tell me your moves.

Oh alright. Umm, well, okay, I usually start by having a bottle of wine  sent to my table from a fan.

Oh my God. And that works?!

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Rachel's "Oh my God.


I… I do, I do not love Rachel. I’m gonna tell her right now about the whole thing so we can get this marriage annulled as fast as possible. Okay? Would I do that if I loved her?

I’ve never been more convinced of your love for her.

I do not have feelings for Rachel! Okay?! (He goes into her apartment.)

Monica and Chandler are really moving in here and I have to move out and everything is changing.

Oh my—Come here! Come here! (He hugs her.) It’s okay. Everything’s gonna be okay.

Explanation: Phoebe is a BYSTANDER as Ross is directly addressing and comforting Rachel in a private moment, making her distress the sole focus of their interaction.


Well, then talk!

Okay, I will. Remember that thing that we just discussed that you wanted 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: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Monica directly addresses Rachel, challenging her decision to take swing dance lessons and her ability to find anyone who supports it, which prompts Rachel to defend her stance.


Well, Monica keeps changin' the channel.

Oh that's great, why don't you tell mommy on me.

OK, what're we gonna do about this?

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because he initiated the complaint about Monica changing the channel, and Monica's subsequent question, "OK, what're we gonna do about this?", directly invites a response from him regarding the issue he raised.


I do not have baby fever!

Oh please, you are obsessed with babies and-and marriage and everything that's related to babies and-and marriage! I've got an idea, why don't we turn down the heat on this pressure cooker?!

Have you lost your mind? Chandler, this isn't about me! This is about you and all your weird relationship commitment crap!

Nah-uh! I know you! Okay? I know the thoughts that you have in the head--in your head!

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as Chandler just made a strong, declarative statement directly to her about knowing her thoughts, which doesn't explicitly prompt an immediate verbal response.


So where you gettin' it?

I think on my shoulder. [Ross enters]

What? What's on your shoulder?

Um, a chip. A tattoo, I'm getting a tattoo.

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Phoebe just directly answered his clarifying question about what she's getting on her shoulder.


Your make-up!

(entering) Joey, what are you doing with the bag? You're audition is not until tomorrow.

Yeah, but sandwich time is right now. (Removes a sandwich and starts eating.)

Joey, y'know you get any mustard on that bag, you can't return it.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Rachel directly addressed Joey with a warning about getting mustard on the bag, prompting him to respond to her concern.


No, but Chandler, hello... Aren't you scared of dogs?

I'm not scared. (moves towards Mike and Chappy) I'll just take little Chappy and... (he backs out) HE CAN SENSE MY FEAR. MY THROAT IS EXPOSED.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Ross initiated the topic of Chandler's fear of dogs, and Chandler's dramatic reaction directly validates Ross's initial question, inviting Ross to comment further on the situation.


I said I didn’t technically.

Okay let’s put aside that you (Makes quote marks with his fingers.) "accidentally" picked up my grandmothers ring and you (Does it again) "accidentally" proposed to Rachel.

Look, can I just stop you right there for a second? When people do this (Makes quote marks with his fingers.) I don’t really know what that means. (Ross just looks at him) You were saying?

ross was addressed by joey and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Joey interrupted his previous statement and then directly prompted him to continue his turn with "You were saying?".


(standing up) I’m up! I’m up, I’ve gotten up now! Anybody ah, want anything?

Yeah, make that three.

Okay Ross, why don’t you come with me?

Okay. (goes over to the counter) (to Chandler) What ah, what is the matter with you? What’s going on?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Although Ross directly addresses Chandler with a question about what is the matter, the question seems to be an observation about Chandler's demeanor rather than demanding an immediate verbal response, allowing.


She is so amazing! You have no idea.

No idea? Who do you think brought her here?

Joey, she’s so cool. She speaks four languages.

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Phoebe directly addressed him and continued their ongoing discussion about "her," inviting his further engagement.


Hey, I can handle it! All right?

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

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Rachel directly addressed him and challenged his previous claim by bringing up a past injury, requiring a response from him.


Phoebe, what is it?

All right, you know Paolo?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Monica is an active participant in the conversation, but Phoebe's question "All right, you know Paolo?" is likely a rhetorical setup for her story, indicating Phoebe intends to continue her turn without an immediate response from Monica.


Actually, Billy Tratt is gay now. So-so that one’s not really our fault.

Monica, how come you never told me this?!

monica was addressed by rachel and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Rachel directly addressed her with a question, expecting a response about why she hadn't shared information.


You got it.

Okay, see ya later.

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Ross just delivered a general farewell with "Okay, see ya later," inviting a reciprocal goodbye from those present.


And, ah, you know, your fooling around with her. And you get all these like, mental images in your brain, you know, like Elle MacPherson, or that girl at the Xerox place....

With the belly-button ring? Oh, muhawa!

I know, And then all of the sudden your Mom pops into your head. And your like 'Mom, get outta here!' You know, but of course, like, after that you can't possibly think of anything else, and you can't, you know, stop what your doing. So it's kinda like, you're, you know. You know...(Ross just stares at him). You don't know!

Your Mom, your telling me, your telling me, about your Mom, what is the matter with you?

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Ross's highly critical and rhetorical question, "what is the matter with you?", is a direct accusation that leaves Chandler in a position where he might pause rather than immediately respond.


Chip, is Chip Matthews.

The guy who took Rachel to the prom? Why is he calling you?

(on phone) Chip! Hi, it’s Rachel. (listens) Rachel Green. Yeah, umm, you left me a message. (listens) Yes you did, my roommate wrote it down. (listens) Monica Geller. (listens) Ohh.

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT in the broader discussion, but Rachel is currently engaged in a private phone call with Chip, explaining details to him and mentioning Monica's name to Chip, not addressing Monica directly.


And she's just so sexy and funny and has the cutest little…

Okay, y'know what? We don't need her measurements.

(looking through the pizzas) Okay pepperoni, pepperoni, pepperoni, okay Ross, I know she's pretty and you love her, but is she stupid?! She forgot my vegetarian!

phoebe addressed ross, not rachel (ground truth)

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Phoebe has just directly addressed Ross with a question about the woman and the forgotten vegetarian pizza, making Ross the current conversational partner.


Oh my God, ice just got in my eye!

(standing in her doorway) People are trying to sleep in here!

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Rachel's complaint about noise directly addresses Monica's previous exclamation, and Rachel's statement is a closing remark to the noise rather than an invitation for Monica to respond.


man! (Monica heads out) Okay Ross, time is up!

(entering, to Joey and Rachel) Hey, did you guys know, that your oven doesn't work?

Explanation: BYSTANDER, as Monica's question about the oven is directed specifically at Joey and Rachel, not involving Chandler in the current exchange.


How do you feel about all this?

I wish there was an easier way for us to have a child but I don't think there is one.

Come on Ross, be a good guy. Step up and do it!

(looking astonished) What? NO! I am not going to give them Ben!

The data we are receiving from MRI scans and DNA testing of these fossils are - are staggering.

Explanation: BYSTANDER. Ross's most recent utterance is a general statement about scientific data, not addressed to Chandler or anyone in particular, and it shifts the topic away from the previous discussion.


So, I uh… I called the doctor and now we both know the sex of the baby.

That’s right. The student has become the master.

Ross, I swear, I don’t know.

Oh, come on, you know it’s a girl!

You really didn’t know?

We’re having a girl?

You said girl!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT. Rachel's last utterance "You said girl!" directly addresses Ross, confirming his previous statement and prompting him for a response regarding the baby's sex.


Yeah, you like that baby? (Monica bursts in followed by Chandler.) May we help you?

I just wanted to say that I hope you do have sex tonight and I hope that you guys get back together, but I must warn you, the night that you announce your engagement I’m going to announce that I’m pregnant!

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Rachel's question "All right Monica, do you want to know why I was with Ross tonight?!" is a rhetorical setup for Rachel to explain herself, indicating that Rachel intends to continue speaking and Monica should listen.


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.

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Monica's last utterance directly challenges Phoebe's previous statement about quality and is clearly directed at her.


But Phoebe, wait! Wait! Phoebe. Phoebe! (catches her in the hallway)

Oh, Joey! Oh, okay, see I didn't recognize you wearing, in those....pants.

Look listen, that TV movie I went in for? Did you hear anything? I think I got a shot at it.

Yes! They called and you didn't get it! Okay, I mean you didn't get it, I'm sorry, I'm sorry.

It's okay, these things happen.

But they shouldn't happen, you know what, you're, you're in a terrible, terrible business. Oh God, I don't wanna be the person who makes your face look like that.

I'm, I'm okay. See. (tries to smile, but fails horribly)

Oh, now you're sad and creepy, oh. You know what, I, I'm sorry I quit, okay, I just quit.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Joey is an active participant, but Phoebe's last utterance is an emotional reaction to Joey's sadness and a personal declaration about her own actions ("I just quit"), which does not require an immediate verbal response from Joey.


Wait, am I missing something though? ‘Cause I thought death was something that’s supposed to be sad, in a way.

Well ah, Aunt Silvia was, well not a nice person.

Oh, she was a cruel, cranky, old bitch! (Ross gives her a look) (to Ross) And I’m sorry she died. Did Dad say I get the dollhouse?

monica addressed ross, not phoebe (ground truth)

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Monica's direct question to Ross about the dollhouse initiates a new exchange specifically between Monica and Ross, which Phoebe is not part of.


Well y’know I was just in the neighborhood and I passed by your building and I thought to myself, "What’s up with Carol and sweet, little Ben?"

Umm uh, I’ll make some coffee and we can uh, chat.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as she initiated the visit and topic about Carol and Ben, and Carol's offer to make coffee and chat is a direct response inviting her to continue the conversation.


Ross is coming over. I think now would be a really   good time to talk to him.

Do you mind if I sit here for a sec.?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Rachel is an active participant as she just mentioned Ross and Ross just addressed her with a question about sitting down.


Gee if only she were one and had no idea what the hell a birthday    was!

C'mon you guys, this is really important to us.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Ross's general plea to "you guys" is a concluding statement to the group, not a direct prompt for Chandler to respond further.


What about the time difference?

From here to the airport?

Rachel, what're you gonna say to him?

I-I-I don't know.

Yeah, but if it's good news, you should tell him now.

Explanation: BYSTANDER, as Monica has explicitly shifted the conversation to Rachel and is directly addressing her about what she should say, making it an exchange that doesn't involve Chandler.


No. No, I just think that maybe I-I'd heard it somewhere before. (Sits down rubbing his temple.)

Oh really! Where? Somewhere funny I'd bet! (Chandler is straining to keep quiet as Phoebe enters.)

Hornswoggle? (To Chandler) Ooh, this must be killing you.

See ya! All right Pheebs, I am ready for my first lesson.

Explanation: BYSTANDER, as Joey is directly addressing Phoebe to begin their lesson, shifting the focus of the conversation away from Chandler.


Oh that is over!

Phoebe, are you okay?

rachel addressed phoebe, not chandler (ground truth)

Explanation: BYSTANDER: Rachel's direct question to Phoebe about her well-being indicates a private exchange that does not involve Chandler.


Hey Ross listen Chandler got you out of going to the lesbian sandwich museum this weekend!

Thanks? But I have plans; Elizabeth and I are going out of town.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Ross just responded to Joey's initial statement by acknowledging it and then providing new information about his plans, which doesn't directly solicit a verbal reply from Joey at this moment.


Well what is wrong with me? Am I .. am I incomptent?   Because I managed to survive whatever it is that killed the three of you!

Honey, you're taking this the wrong way. We think   you're going to be a wonderful parent. It's just.. you're more the fun parent.

Yeah and we'd want to make sure Emma has someone like   Monica who is more uh. uh discliplinarin.. someone who can be firm and strict.

monica was addressed by ross and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Ross directly referenced Monica by name, characterizing her as a disciplinarian, which invites her to respond to this description.


Oh, just like I said. That crazy... Bert... roaming the halls. (Joey    bangs on     the door again)

What's going on?

WE'LL TALK TO YOU LATER, BERT. EVERYTHNG'S FINE!!

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because he previously asked "What's going on?" after banging on the door, and Chandler's subsequent utterance, though playfully addressing him as "Bert," is a direct response to Joey's attempt to engage.


Wow! Wow! And it’s definitely all gone? There’s nothing there to work with? (Joey glares at her.) What were you thinking?

I don’t know! I really want this part! And they tell you no matter what you get asked at an audition you say yes. Like if-if they want you to ride a horse, you tell ‘em you can! And just figure out how to do it later.

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Joey's last utterance was a direct explanation responding to her previous question, making it her turn to react or follow up on his justification.


You'd better get back in that kitchen Monica, the garlic is not gonna overuse itself.

Ok, you have to stop playing now.

Why? The only person my playing is bothering is you!

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Phoebe directly challenged Monica's request to stop playing and stated that Monica is the only one bothered, inviting a further response from her.


I don’t think so.

Can I please be there when you tell her? (Joey nods yes.)

(excitedly) Can I come?! I won’t even talk! You’ll just hear the noise from my video camera.

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

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT and should SPEAK because Joey's excited question "Can I tell her?!" is a direct follow-up to the ongoing discussion about who will deliver the news, a topic Rachel initiated her involvement in.


Hey! That was a practical purchase! I needed that car for transportation! Okay? I-I have a child!

How hot do I look in this, huh?!

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Ross just asked a direct question to the group, "How hot do I look in this, huh?!", inviting a response from anyone present.


(she hurries after him) Wait, we still have time to talk and they’re-they're not even in the car yet! (She takes a quick look down the street.) Oh look, there they go, okay. (She hurries in, too)

Okay Phoebe, we should probably go back now.

(doing Clunkers) Please don't leave me, I'll be lonely.

Stop it. Stop! Okay let's go. We can be strong.

Oh my god! Did you hear that? She said Monica! (She goes back to Clunkers again) Oooh, I can't leave her!

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Monica is expressing her internal conflict and reaction to the character Clunkers, not directly addressing Phoebe or prompting a response from her.


Hey, Rache. You know what we haven't played in a while?

Hide the Lamp.

Monica, let it go.

Did you know I was allergic to shellfish?

Well, then, you'll just have to eat the other lamps.

monica did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Rachel's humorous and slightly dismissive response about "eating other lamps" to Monica's non-sequitur about her allergy does not invite a direct follow-up.


Well, let’s just say it’s not the first time you’ve stolen my thunder.

(To Rachel) Hey, here’s a thought.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Ross directly addressed her, indicating he is about to share a thought with her.


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.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Monica directly challenged Phoebe's previous statement about quality with a rhetorical question, inviting Phoebe to defend her position.


Yeah, but how much can you tell from a look?

No, I felt it on my hip. You could tell.

Joey, be a pal. Lift up my hand and smack her with it.

chandler addressed joey, not phoebe (ground truth)

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Chandler's humorous request to Joey directly addresses him and shifts the immediate conversational focus away from Phoebe's previous statement.


So, I uh… I called the doctor and now we both know the sex of the baby.

That’s right. The student has become the master.

Ross, I swear, I don’t know.

Oh, come on, you know it’s a girl!

rachel did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Ross just made a playful, declarative statement to her ("Oh, come on, you know it’s a girl!") after she already denied knowing, which doesn't explicitly demand an immediate verbal response from her.


Oh yeah, about telling Mom and Dad, I was thinking about maybe writing a letter.

Alright, you know what? That’s it. You’ve had your chance.

(out loud, to her parents) Mom! Dad! Ross smoked pot in college!

(in a 5 year old’s tone) (To Monica) You are such a tattletale! Mom, Dad, you remember that-that time you walked in my room and smelled marijuana?

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Ross's last utterance, while starting with a direct comment to her, quickly shifts to addressing their parents by asking them to recall a specific event, which does not directly solicit a response from Monica.


This Thanksgiving kicks last Thanksgiving's ass!

To Monica and Chandler... and that knocked up girl in Ohio.

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Rachel just made a toast explicitly to "Monica and Chandler," directly acknowledging her and inviting a response.


Phoebe, what are you doing?

I’m sorry, I’m with a client right now.

Okay, let’s talk outside.

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because he initiated the interaction with Phoebe, and her last utterance, while directed to her client, is a move to manage the interruption Ross caused, prompting him to acknowledge or react to her attempt to disengage.


No, I have a great idea for a present for her.

Oh, that’s it? (Mimics Chandler) A great idea!

Chandler, that’s not enough. I mean what if she gets you a great present, two medium presents, and a bunch of little presents? And you’ve just gotten her one great present? I mean that’s just gonna make her feel bad. Why would you do that to her Chandler? Why? Why?

rachel addressed chandler, not phoebe (ground truth)

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Rachel's lengthy and direct address to Chandler, explicitly asking him "Why would you do that to her Chandler?", has shifted the conversational focus to a direct exchange between them, making it appropriate for Phoebe to allow Chandler to respond.


I’ve got canned goods.

(jumping up in a hole that he is digging, he is shoulder deep) Hey, you guys! Take a look at this! (Chandler and Monica jump up and go over to the hole.) Check this baby out, dug me a hole!

Excellent hole, Joe.

Oh no! No!! My hole!!

chandler did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Joey's exclamation "Oh no! No!! My hole!!" is an emotional reaction to his hole, not a direct address or question to Chandler, thus not requiring a response from him.


Monica! I couldn’t find him for two hours! He was having sex with Amy Welch!

Come on, that was back in high school! How could that still bother you?

I mean why, of all people would you want to go out with Chip?!

Look, you and I went to different high schools...

Okay, that doesn’t help me, because we went to the same high school.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Monica is an active participant, but Rachel's last utterance directly corrected Monica's previous statement, effectively shutting down Monica's line of reasoning and shifting the conversational burden back to Rachel.


Do you want me to be afraid of you?

Of course not. I mean gosh, Chandler what you did, it's, it's a wonderful thing and I really appreciate it. I know I have this weird thing where I want everything to be in the perfect place, but I'd never expect you to worry about that.

Oh well you're the best. You come here to me.

while he was naked?

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Monica's abrupt and out-of-context interjection "while he was naked?" is not a direct question or statement addressed to Chandler that requires his immediate response.


Hey! How come the door's locked?

Just a second.

(hushed) No, no, no, no, no. Joey can't know that I'm here.

Hey! Open the door. What's going on? (He knocks.)

What are you . .. (He sees her in her negligee.) Why are you dressed    like that?

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Joey just addressed Monica directly about her attire, and Chandler is actively trying to remain hidden from Joey, making it inappropriate for him to speak.


I’d say, come again. No-no, wait I-I-I know this one, I know this one, uh…

Okay, you just go on and make your little jokey-jokes, but if you do not know what you are doing out at sea you will die at sea. Am I getting through to you sailor?! (She punctuates each word by slapping him on the forehead.)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Rachel just directly and forcefully addressed Joey with a question and physical actions, creating an intense moment for him to absorb her message rather than immediately offer a verbal reply.


Whose little ball of paper is this?!

Oh, uh, that would be mine. See, I wrote a note to myself, and then I realised I didn't need it, so I balled it up and... (sees that Monica is glaring at him) ...now I wish I was dead.

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

Yes, and we all know how cruel a parent can be about the flatness of a child's pillow.

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Chandler's sarcastic comment about cruel parents and flat pillows is a general observation that doesn't directly address her or require a specific response.


What? Are you serious?! (To Chandler) Joey smells gas!

Yeah and we’d go check it out, but you took away our keys.

Well do something! Get in there!

How? I guess I could break down your door.

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, having just given Joey a command, and Joey's subsequent rhetorical question and sarcastic suggestion highlight the impracticality of her command rather than demanding an immediate verbal response.


Honey I swear it we just kissed.

It was just a kiss. (Phoebe enters and overhears this.)

You guys kissed!!!!! What does this mean?!! Are you, are you getting back together?! Can I sing at your wedding?

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Phoebe just entered, overheard his previous statement, and is now directly asking "you guys" (including Ross) multiple questions about the kiss and their relationship status.


I’m so pathetic! Monica knows what she wants to say! You should’ve seen her. Writing, writing, writing!

You have to help me! I’m supposed to be writing my vows and all I have is this! (Shows them what she’s been working on.)

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Monica's plea for help and showing of her work is directed at the group, inviting a collective response or observation rather than a specific reply from Chandler.


Listen, I ah, I know it’s a longshot. But, by any chance did she find that funny?

(entering) So I nodded off a little.

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

rachel addressed ross, not joey (ground truth)

Explanation: BYSTANDER; Ross and Rachel are engaged in a direct exchange about Ross snoring, which has completely shifted the topic from Joey's previous question, and Joey is not being addressed.


Not that, this, US. Oh my God, Ross, you-re, you're, it's jus-, you-, ever sin- you been here.

Ow, ow, OK. Alright, alright, Mon, Mon, you've gone ultrasonic again, alright.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Monica should speak because Ross directly addressed her and responded to her previous outburst, indicating that the floor is open for her to continue the exchange.


(To Ross) Cassie needs to stay at your place.

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

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, Ross was directly addressed by Monica regarding Cassie staying at his place, and Monica's last utterance provides the reason for that request, prompting Ross to respond.


Yeah, if I'm willing to sleep with the casting lady.

Ten years I've been waiting for a break like this Chandler, ten years! I mean, Daysof Our Lives. That's actually on television.

Well, I... I've got a pop-up book that told me everything I need to know.

I've never slept with someone for a part.

Well is she... [reaches into the cookie jar for a cookie, takes his hand out,covered with pasta sauce]

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Joey should stay silent because Chandler's last utterance was interrupted by a physical action (getting pasta sauce on his hand) rather than a completed thought or direct question, shifting the immediate focus to the non-verbal gag.


Yeah, he’s the best.

Then talk to him! He might be fine with it.

Joey, it’s worth finding out. I mean, if you really like her.

I do! So much! I can’t stop thinking about her! I can’t sleep, I—

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Joey's emotional and unfinished confession is a direct and passionate response to Ross's previous advice and question about his feelings for the girl, inviting Ross to continue the conversation.


We’re still married! Don’t tell Rachel. See you later. (He gets up leaving Phoebe in shock.)

(running out) Wait! Wait! Hi! Listen, Ross can I just talk to you for just a second?

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as Phoebe is directly addressing him and attempting to re-engage him in conversation, but he has just announced his departure and is physically leaving, indicating he is disengaging from the interaction.


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

Before or after you were shot by your own troops?

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT in the group discussion, but Chandler's humorous retort is a direct response to Monica's claim and not an utterance addressed to Joey.


You’re arranging flowers! (Pointing to the dish on the table.) You got dead flowers! You got a picture, a picture, of a baby dressed like flowers! This is not Joey!!

Hey. Hey look I am still Joey, okay. Flowers they’re just, you know, they’re nice to look at. And that happens to be a picture by a famous artist. Of a famous baby.

No I’m not. Why would you say that? That’s just mean.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, Chandler should speak because Joey has just directly responded to Chandler's accusation, asking why he would say that and calling his statement mean.


are stealing her thunder. (To Monica) Which we are not!

Well, we’re still talking about it, aren’t we?

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Monica's rhetorical question "Well, we're still talking about it, aren't we?" serves as a concluding remark to their exchange rather than an invitation for Ross to respond further.


Look Rachel, I wanted to tell you, I thought I should, I-I did, and then Chandler and Joey convinced me not to.

All right. Let’s say I had slept with Mark. Would you have been able to forgive me?

(pause) Yes I would.

You’d be okay if you knew that Mark had kissed me, and been naked with me, and made love to me?

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Rachel's emotionally charged follow-up question, "You’d be okay if you knew that Mark had kissed me, and been naked with me, and.


uhu uhu, check this out. (Chandler sits down and looks at laptop screen)

Huh! So that's what I would look like if I worked out... and was being serviced by a policeman. You're not actually going to send these out are ya?

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because he initiated the topic by showing Chandler something on his laptop, and Chandler's most recent utterance is a direct question to him about sending out the pictures.


Oh, I didn't know you wanted her too!

Well, I mean, sure, of course. But... you already    gave that to Monica, so...

You know, I would give her up, for you.

No, I couldn't let you do that.

But I want to.

But I insist!

phoebe did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Monica's "But I insist!" is a direct statement to Rachel, continuing their specific negotiation, and Phoebe is not being addressed in this immediate exchange.


Oh, I’m sorry, Ross. I’ll get it for you right now. And since I made you wait, I’ll toss in a free muffin.

Phoebe. We would like to talk to you for a second.

Explanation: Joey is a BYSTANDER as Rachel is directly addressing Phoebe, initiating a new conversation that does not involve Joey.


Monica, you should totally put your name down on the list

What?! Are you crazy?! I’m not getting married! I’m not even engaged.

Yeah hon, it can’t hurt to put your name down! I mean in if two years if you’re not engaged you just don’t use it.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, Monica should speak because Rachel is directly addressing her and responding to her previous strong objection, continuing their direct exchange about putting Monica's name on the list.


All right! All right! Chandler entered a Vanilla Ice look-a-like contest and won!

Ross came in forth and cried!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Chandler's last utterance directly responds to Ross's previous statement by making a playful accusation against him, prompting Ross to continue the back-and-forth banter.


Ross, I hated you when we were kids.

Why did you hate me?

Because, you were mean to me and you, you teased me and you always, always got your way.

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because he asked Monica a direct question, and she just finished providing a detailed answer directly to him, making it his turn to respond to her explanation.


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

That really is something; that's really cool.

Maybe I should get another pair! Ooh, y'know, they-they had some with fringe all down the sides. (Chandler starts rubbing his temple again.) I'm gonna go kiss Ben goodnight. (He starts to head for Monica's bedroom.) I can't believe he thinks I'm a cowboy. (Pause.) I would make a good cowboy. (He struts into Monica's room.)

ross addressed chandler, not monica (ground truth)

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Ross's final utterances are self-directed as he walks into Monica's room to kiss Ben goodnight, expressing his own thoughts about being a cowboy rather than addressing her or inviting a reply.


Ok, wait wait wait wait a minute wait a minute, I mean Rach, I mean if if... . If Hugsy means that much to Emma then...  well she can have him.

Oooh... you're sweet, I knew uncle Joey would step up. (Turns to face Emma in the the playpen) Look Emma, look who's baaack!

joey was addressed by rachel and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Rachel just directly praised Joey for his offer, creating an expectation for him to acknowledge her comment or the situation.


Yep! You got the tickets?

Oh! Got ‘em right here, (Pats his coat pocket) check!

Explanation: BYSTANDER: Monica asked Ross directly about the tickets, and Ross just confirmed he has them, completing their exchange without involving Chandler.


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 strong reaction to being called "mommy" is directed solely at Ross, and she even looks at Monica, indicating the current exchange is not for Phoebe to interject.


(stirring pot) Ok, all done.

What, Phoebe, did you whip the potatoes? Ross needs lumps!

Oh, I'm sorry, oh, I just, I thought we could have them whipped and then add some peas and onions.

Why would we do that?

Well, 'cause then they'd be like my mom used to make them, you know, before she died.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Monica should SPEAK because she is engaged in a direct back-and-forth exchange with Phoebe, having just asked "Why would we do that?" and Phoebe's last utterance was a direct response to Monica's question, providing an explanation that Monica might want to address.


(sarcastically shocked) Really?! Joe? What would you do if you were in Ross’s situation?

Well, I sorta am. I mean yeah, I’m dating this girl who’s also seeing another guy. But, I don’t know, I’m not to worried about it.

Well you shouldn’t be. Believe me I wouldn’t want to be the guy who’s up against you. (Chandler laughs.) I mean that doofus is going to lose!

So this is nice! I wish I didn’t have to go, believe me! But unfortunately I have to. (He gets up and Joey moves over next to Ross.) Oh uh, by the way, what’s the name the girl you’re dating?

Explanation: Joey is a BYSTANDER as Chandler's final question about the girl's name is addressed directly to Ross, not him.


No! The guy is mean. I mean really mean. I think you should stay away from him.

, maybe, I should stay away from all men.

No, it’s not just ‘cause I’m jealous. (Both Monica and Chandler give him a ‘Come on’ look) I mean I’m not, I’m not, I’m not jealous, okay? It’s… Look, the guy, he screamed, he actually screamed at this couple sitting in our seats.

chandler was addressed by ross and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because he, along with Monica, just gave Ross a skeptical look, prompting Ross to defend his denial of jealousy, which creates an opening for Chandler to respond to Ross's justification.


You know more than one Fun Bobby?

I happen to know a Fun Bob.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Chandler's declarative statement "I happen to know a Fun Bob" directly answers Joey's previous question and does not solicit a further response from him.


(to Rachel, as she gets his number) What, he gave you his home number? As in like, to, to his home?

Yeah, and you don’t mind if I call, because you only want good things for me.

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Rachel directly addressed him with a statement that challenges his implied concern and invites a further response in their ongoing exchange.


You’re building a post office?

No, an entertainment unit, with a mail cubby built right in. It’s a one day job, max.

Okay. (notices that Joey is wearing some really tight jeans) My word! Those are snug.

Oh yeah. These are my old work pants, Sergio Valente’s.

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Joey just provided an explanation about his pants in response to Chandler's observation, which does not directly prompt Chandler for an immediate follow-up.


He's not backing down. He went to get lotion.

(entering the hall) Oh man! Aren't you guys done yet?! I wanna sit in my chair!

Joey look, just look at it this way, the sooner Phoebe breaks Chandler the sooner this is all over and out in the open.

rachel addressed phoebe, not joey (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Rachel just directly addressed Joey, offering him advice on the situation, which he is now processing.


What about the time difference?

From here to the airport?

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Monica's clarifying question "From here to the airport?" appears to be a rhetorical question or a moment of processing her own understanding of Chandler's.


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

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

Fine, y’know what, that’s it. From now on, Joey, I want you to be my best man.

Yes! (to Chandler) Shame about you man.

Do you guys have like a big bowl I can borrow?

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as he was directly addressed by Joey in the previous turn and is included in Joey's general question about a bowl, but the practical inquiry about a bowl is addressed to the group and does not specifically require his individual response.


Oh hey Ross oh I'm so glad someone's here could   you zip me up?

people (shakes head, they sit) so why you all dressed   up.

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because she initiated the interaction with Ross, who then directly asked her a question about why she is dressed up.


I'm tellin' you, she leaned back, I could see her brain.

How many perfectly fine women are you gonna reject over the most superficialinsignificant things?

Hold it hold it. I gotta side with Chandler on this one. When I first moved tothe city, I went out a couple of times with this girl, really hot, great kisser, but shehad the biggest Adam's apple. It made me nuts.

joey addressed chandler, not monica (ground truth)

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Joey just finished telling a story to support Chandler's point, which implicitly countered Monica's previous statement, but he did not address her directly.


Oh God, here we go!

Anytime anything comes close to touching her eye or anyone else's she like freaks out. Watch! Watch! (He takes his finger and moves it towards his eye.)

(flinches) Ross! Come on! That's all right! Fine--Okay, I have a weird thing about my eye. Can we not talk about it please?

Hey, does anybody want to get some lunch? All those in favor say I? (Pokes his eye)

(freaks) Ross! Stop it! Come on!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Rachel has just directly and emphatically told Ross to stop his teasing, indicating a clear desire for him to cease the behavior and the topic.


You do realise  that's your brother?

Not until you said it. Somebody switch! (Chandler   makes a clicking sound with his fingers and Phoebe runs to the other wall.   Monica returns to Chandlers wall.) Wait a minute... Ross and Charlie, Joey   and Rachel, Phoebe and Mike! We're the only people  leaving with the   same person we came with.

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Monica's most recent utterance is a shared observation about "we" (referring to her and Chandler) being the only ones leaving with the same person, directly following their previous exchange.


I did it anyway.

Phoebe! Come on! Let’s go! (Knocks on her door.) Come on! (Phoebe enters with guitar and not ready to go.) Why aren’t you dressed yet?!

phoebe was addressed by monica and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Monica directly addressed her by name, gave her instructions to leave, and asked her a direct question about why she isn't dressed yet, requiring a response.


Well, then, you'll just have to eat the other lamps.

Uh-oh. It's Scary Scientist Man.

Ok, Phoebe, this is it. In this briefcase I carry actual scientific facts. Abriefcase of facts, if you will. Some of these fossils are over 200 million years old.

Ok, look, before you even start, I'm not denying evolution, ok, I'm just sayingthat it's one of the possibilities.

Explanation: BYSTANDER: Rachel is not being addressed and the current exchange is a direct debate between Ross and Phoebe about scientific facts.


(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 because Ross's sarcastic comment about the baby is a direct continuation of their ongoing exchange, inviting her response.


You guys, what was the Powerball number again?

Let me see!

Phoebe, you don't have any of the first five numbers.

I know that, but look, we've got the Powerball number, we've won 3 dollars!

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Phoebe's last utterance is a general announcement of the Powerball result and a response to Ross, not a direct prompt or question for Monica to provide further input.


If I have to I'll, I'll do all again , I'll do the 4 o'clock feeding thing, I'll go to the P.T.A. meetings, I'll coach the soccer team.

Yeah, if I have to. Monica, I don't wanna lose you, so if I have to do it all over again, then I will.

monica was addressed by richard and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Richard directly addressed her, expressing his desire not to lose her and his willingness to do anything to keep her, which requires a direct response from her.