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.)

rachel was addressed by chandler and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Rachel was directly addressed by Chandler with a question about his suitability for Monica, prompting her to respond.


Oh yeah! Hopefully across the street if certain Dutch people would just let go.

Oh but Joey, I have to go. There’s no room for a baby here.

No room? It’s a baby. It’s like this big. (Holds his hands about a foot apart.) Y’know, I mean you-you could you could put it over here. (A desk.) Or-or-or we could put it right here. (The chair.) Aw, it’s cute, right? Or-or we could put it over here. (By the bathroom door.) You wouldn’t even notice it. Where’s the baby? (Mumbles that it’s over in the corner.)

Honey, it’s not just a matter of where you put it. I mean a baby changes everything. They cry all the time. I mean imagine bringing home some girl and trying to score when there’s a screaming baby around.

I could use a challenge! It’s getting pretty easy.

Honey, it’s so sweet that you want me to stay, but I-I can’t do that to you. I mean it would disrupt your entire life.

I love living with you so much. I just wish things didn’t have to change.

rachel did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Rachel should stay silent because Joey's last utterance is a personal, emotional statement expressing his feelings about their changing living situation, rather than a direct question or a new point requiring an immediate verbal response from her.


What have I not told you?

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

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Monica should speak because Phoebe just responded directly to Monica's challenge by revealing a personal detail about her, requiring a reaction or continuation of the exchange.


: Hey, you'll never guess what just happened… Phoebe and I got mugged!

: I'm sorry I have friends outside the six of us.

) Because Phoebe used to mug people.

: Well, I'm not proud of it, but, you know… sometimes when I was living on the street and I needed money for food and stuff I…

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Phoebe is currently elaborating on her past, which Ross just brought up, and she is in the middle of explaining her actions.


Ow! (Chandler slaps her on her back) Oh, that sounds nice! I am just    there for jury duty. They really spruce that place up!

But you already gave all your money to charity!

monica did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as she just spoke about jury duty and Chandler's comment about her money is a direct, humorous jab related to her previous statement, but it doesn't explicitly demand a response from her.


Oh, it’s not important? It’s not important?! If it wasn’t for a bride’s maid you’d be marrying him (Points to Joey) not me!

Chandler, please! Do you know how unbelievably glad I am that Joey was not there that night?!

chandler was addressed by monica and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Monica directly addressed him by name and challenged his previous statement, making a response from him expected to continue their argument.


Rach?! (He walks over to the fridge to put it in, but it cannot be opened   either) Rachel!!!!? (He walks to the bathroom and tries to lift the toilet   seat cover. It won't come up.) So I can't do anything I like????

Man, don't be surprised if her hands and her feet get bigger too!

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Rachel's most recent utterance is a general, somewhat sarcastic remark about someone's physical changes, not a direct question or prompt for Joey to speak further.


Look, I'm sorry to hear about your tragedy, ok? But the swings are perfectly    safe, and besides Emma loves them. You know what, you should come with us and    you'll see!

Ross, those things go like 40 miles an hour! Ok? When you're... and    there is that moment when you are at the top, when you just don't know if you're    gonna return back to earth!

Space is filled with orbiting children. (pause) Look, please, just come    on, you know, when you’ll see the look on Emma’s face, I swear you    won’t regret it.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT in an ongoing debate with Ross, who just directly appealed to her to come along and see Emma's reaction to the swings.


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.

I just can't stand you being here all the time.

Why, why, why can't you stand me being here? I don't, I, we're just, ya know, we're just havin' fun.

Fun? Fun, you think this is fun?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Monica just delivered a strong rhetorical question directly to Ross, challenging his previous statement and emphasizing her disbelief, which serves as a turn-holding move for her to continue her point.


(not smiling) That's not good.

(smiling) No, smile! Not that face, smile! Everybody smile! (They all smile.)

(smiling) Joey, why don't you just tell her what happened? It's not your fault.

joey was addressed by rachel and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Rachel directly addressed Joey, asking him to explain the situation and reassuring him that it wasn't his fault.


Do you think I'm someone else?

Ok, I may not have treated your friends well in the past, but I have grown up a lot, really. Honest, Rach?

Well, believe it or not, it's true. When Joey and I were together, he was wonderful. He was thoughtful and mature. And for the one week that we went out, he didn't sleep with anybody else!

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because he just asked Rachel a direct question, and Rachel's subsequent utterance is a detailed response directly about Joey and their past relationship, inviting his further engagement.


Well, do you want to hear what actually happened or Joey’s lewd version?

Hey, come on! I had this friend from college and I made the stupid mistake of telling Joey that one time…she and I y’know…kissed a little bit.

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as Rachel just explained the context of a story she told him, directly referencing his prior "lewd version" and inviting his interjection or commentary.


Monica? What time is it?

Well that's because you always sleep to noon, silly! This is what 9 looks like.

I guess I'll get washed up then. Watch that sunrise. (He goes into the bathroom.)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Monica should speak to offer a final playful remark or acknowledgment as Joey concludes their exchange and exits the room.


Hey. Rachel, I-I-I've been wanting to tell you something for a while now and I really, I just have to get it out.

Okay, what's up?

Okay, y'know how you told me I should do whatever it takes to fix my marriage?

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as Ross is directly addressing her and continuing to set up his revelation, not having finished his thought or posed a question requiring her immediate input.


How is that important?

Apparently, there’s like a million guys out there that can play Mac, and there’s only this one robot and this one guy who controls it! I didn’t know he could get me fired! What am I going to do?

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Joey's distressed monologue and rhetorical question "What am I going to do?" is a general expression of his predicament rather than a direct prompt for Ross to respond.


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

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

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

Explanation: BYSTANDER; Ross explicitly turned to Chandler to initiate a private conversation, stating he needs to talk to him about something, which excludes Joey from the exchange.


Okay. Okay. Joey, it's okay. Settle down.

All right, I-I'm sorry. I'm sorry. You see Rach I'm an actor…

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as she just spoke to Joey, and he then directly addressed her to explain himself.


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?

chandler did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Ross has just delivered a strong, critical, and somewhat rhetorical question directly to him, expressing shock and disapproval, which doesn't immediately demand a defensive response but rather allows the statement to land.


Are any of you guys free tonight? My boss is hosting this charity event for underprivileged kids and the more people I bring, the better I look. So, Monica? Chandler?

What’s the big deal?

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, having just made a request to Monica and Chandler, but Monica's "What's the big deal?" is a general comment on Rachel's stated.


messing with us! But see they don't know that we know that they know! So…

Ahh yes, the messers become the messies!

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, and Chandler's witty remark serves as a concluding statement to the idea Monica introduced, not directly inviting further elaboration from her.


Oh come on Ross, why are we wasting our time with this other stuff?! We know what’s gonna work! It’s doctor recommended!

I’m sorry, but we have to have some boundaries! My God, I’m dying.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Rachel should speak because she initiated the current exchange with Ross, and he has just responded directly to her, inviting her to continue the discussion.


Well this is just sad!

All right, all right. Maybe I can fit them in if I just do some rearranging. But uh, Rachel may actually have to sit at the bar!

rachel was addressed by monica and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Monica directly addressed her by name, proposing a seating arrangement that specifically impacts her.


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: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as he just expressed a strong, contrasting opinion to Monica, and Chandler's subsequent comment to Monica doesn't resolve or close the topic Ross was engaged in.


Why won’t you let me massage you?

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

monica was addressed by phoebe and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Phoebe directly addressed her by name and made a personal argument about their shared history.


Well what is it? Let me see.

Hey, someone order a coat?

Ross, Chandler wrote something about me on his computer and he won't let me see.

He won't? [remembers what it is] He won't! Because, isn't that, isn't that the,the short story you were writing?

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Ross just directly asked her a question about Chandler's short story, prompting her to respond to his realization.


Oh, I’m Ross. I’m Ross. I’m too good for the Hut; I’m too good for the Hut.

Look, I gotta go pick up Ben. Everything so far sounds great Joey, just remember to keep it on the mellow side, okay? Just a couple of guys hanging out playing poker, no-no strippers or anything okay?

ross addressed joey, not chandler (ground truth)

Explanation: Chandler is a BYSTANDER as Ross has shifted his attention entirely to Joey, giving him instructions for the upcoming poker game.


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

It’s not a real game! I made it up!

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Chandler's most recent utterance was a direct response to Ross's accusation about the game, making it Ross's turn to react to Chandler's revelation.


Aw, my little nephew. Come here, little one. There's my little baby Ben. Hey, my little boy. Hey, he's not crying.

Yes! There's still pie.

I'm here. How's my little boy? Want Daddy to change your diaper? So, did you have fun with Uncle Joey and Uncle Chandler today?

joey was addressed by ross and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Ross's question about Ben having fun with "Uncle Joey and Uncle Chandler" directly references Joey's interaction with Ben, making him a relevant party to respond.


(doing a little dance) Hey Ross, look what I've got going here.

Yeah, save it for the cab, okay.

What are you doing? We're going to a hospital.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT Chandler is being directly reprimanded by Ross with a rhetorical question about his inappropriate behavior, which implies he should cease the action rather than offer a verbal response.


Okay, if Joey does the ceremony, then we have to find someone else to walk Phoebe down the isle.

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

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Although Monica initiated the previous point, Phoebe's "Hi new dad" is directed at Chandler, making the current exchange between Phoebe and Chandler.


You know more than one Fun Bobby?

I happen to know a Fun Bob.

(Brings Joey a mug of coffee) Okay, here we go...

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Rachel just brought Joey coffee and directly addressed him with "Okay, here we go...", inviting an acknowledgment or response from him.


(yelling in pain) I know nothing! Mike’s a great guy, it was hypothetical!

All right. (she releases him). He is a good guy. You’re right, he wouldn’t cheat.

see with someone, there’s no way I... (Phoebe starts pinching him again)

phoebe was addressed by ross and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as she just resumed pinching Ross, directly prompting him to continue his statement or confess.


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

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

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Joey has just concluded his ineffective list of dislikes about Rachel, leaving an open conversational slot for others to react to his emotional struggle.


No well, no it's not that bad, y'know? I mean yeah, my tongue feels a little fuzzy and these fingers sort of smell, I actually feel like I can throw up.

Okay, but you gotta push past this because it is about to get so good!

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, and Chandler's encouraging statement "you gotta push past this because it is about to get so good!" is a direct response to her previous complaint, prompting her to continue experiencing something rather than to speak further.


Well, I'm very impressed.

Some can sing, some can dance. I apparently can turn phallic cakes into    woodland creatures.

I'm sorry, is this a game for Emma or for Monica?

monica was addressed by chandler and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Chandler directly addressed her with a question about the game's intended recipient.


[enters] Hey you guys, you will never guess who's coming to New York.

[Chandler tries to come back with a smart-ass remark but can't swallow the muffin.] Quick, Phoebe, tell us before he can swallow.

Oh ok, Ryan, that guy I went out with, who's in the Navy.

Yeah, I met him when I was playing guitar in Washington Square Park. Ryan threw in salt water taffy 'cause he didn't have any change.

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as she prompted Phoebe to reveal the news, and Phoebe is currently elaborating on the details of the person she mentioned, making it Phoebe's turn to continue her explanation to the group.


Ross! Stop that!

Ahh, sorry, nothing you can do about it. It’s one of my ah, rights as the ex-boyfriend. (closes his eyes again) Oop, oh yeah!

Stop it! Cut it out! Cut it out!

Okay, okay, I’m sorry, it will never happen... (closes eyes) Uh-oh! Wait a minute! Wait-wait, now there are a hundred of you and I’m the king.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Ross's last utterance is a continuation of his imaginative monologue, not a direct address or question to Rachel that requires her immediate response.


Oh is it?! (She answers the cute guy’s phone.) Uhh, hello? (On her phone) Yes hi, is Rachel there? (On the other phone) Yes she is, just one moment please. (To Phoebe, holding out both phones.) It’s for me!

That is damning evidence.

Oh my God! I bet that’s him. My digital fairy tale is about to begin. I wonder how I should be? Should I be uh (In a sexy voice) Hello? Or should I be (Happily) Hi! It’s Rach… (Phoebe knocks the phone out of Rachel’s hand, catches it, and answers it.) Would you stop doing that?!

(on phone) Hello? (Listens) Yes, I’m the one who found your phone.

(To Rachel) Shhh! I’m on a call! (On phone) Umm well yeah, you can pick it up tonight, say 830? At-at my apartment. It’s umm, it’s umm 5 Morton Street, Apartment 14, umm and then maybe y’know after we can grab a bite to eat or whatever. (Listens) Okay, well okay I’ll see you then. (Listens) Bye. (Hangs up.)

You do know that I will be here when he comes over.

Oh? And how will you know what time to come over?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Phoebe directly challenged Rachel's assertion that she would be present when the cute guy comes over, asking how Rachel would know the time, which requires Rachel to respond to the implied problem.


Thanks. (Joey’s still patting the burn spot) I think you got it!

(entering) Chandler!! You have the best taste in men!

Well, like father, like son.

Patrick and I had such a great time last night! I mean I think this could maybe turn into something serious.

Really?! I-I thought you weren’t looking for something serious? I thought you were looking for some kind of a fling.

Explanation: Monica is a BYSTANDER as Rachel and Chandler are having a private exchange about Rachel's date and her intentions, which does not involve Monica.


Oh my God, I’m so sorry.

What’s the big deal?

I just get mad when Rachel doesn’t remember where we’re going.

chandler addressed rachel, not monica (ground truth)

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Chandler's statement about getting mad when Rachel forgets is an explanation of his feelings, not a direct address or question to Monica.


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

Ross came in forth and cried!

Oh, is that funny?! Oh, you-you find that funny?! Well maybe Chandler should know some of your secrets too!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Ross's rhetorical questions and subsequent threat are directed at Chandler, setting up Ross's next potential revelation rather than demanding an immediate verbal response from Chandler.


Yeah, Chandler why don't you take a walk? This doesn't concern you.

What? That's terrible!

No-no, we do it every year!

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Phoebe directly addressed him, he responded, and Phoebe's most recent utterance is a direct counter-argument to Chandler's previous statement, inviting his further engagement.


Honestly? Me too.

Yeah. Y’know I keep thinking that something stupid is gonna come up and I’ll go all…Chandler. But nothing has.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Chandler is sharing a personal reflection about himself, which invites a supportive or acknowledging response from an active participant like Monica.


No, no, no, no! Ross, wait! Come on! You know, there’s other stuff. Here’s a nice shirt, look at these nice pants...

Uh, actually these might look pretty good on me.

Yes, they will! You know what you should do? Just go take a walk, all right? I know your size and I’m... I’m gonna pick up some really good stuff for you.

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Rachel has just given him a directive to go for a walk and stated her intention to pick out clothes for him, shifting the immediate action to herself.


Yep! You got the tickets?

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

It’s all London, baby! Here we go. (He takes a picture of a less than enthused Chandler and starts towards the girls’ apartment.)

chandler was addressed by joey and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Joey just directly involved him by taking his picture while making an enthusiastic statement about their trip, inviting a reaction to his excitement.


I can't believe you guys are actually getting tattoos.

Yes, but you can not tell Ross 'cause I want to surprise him.

ross was addressed by rachel and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Rachel's utterance directly mentions him as the subject of a surprise, creating a conversational opening for him to react to being discussed.


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

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

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Rachel directly addressed Ross by name and asked him to explain the signals, following up with a direct question about whether she is currently sending them.


Oh, I was unbelievable.

All right, Ross!

ross was addressed by joey and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Joey directly addressed him with an encouraging remark, inviting him to continue speaking about his experience.


Yeah, y'know what? I'm-I'm gonna meet you upstairs in a minute.

No! Rachel, you didn't find anyone so you can't tell him.

Yeah, I-I don't care.

Okay. I-I can't watch. (Leaves as sits down to read the paper.)

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Monica has just disengaged from their argument by stating "I can't watch" and physically moving away, leaving no one for Rachel to address in that specific exchange.


Oh that's not bad, Pheebs?

Oh, I got tired of naming states. So I decided to list the types of celery, and I have one regular celery.

Explanation: BYSTANDER: Phoebe is directly responding to Chandler's question about her list, making Joey a bystander in this exchange.


Wha-What did he say that was so funny?

I have absolutely no idea.

Explanation: Monica is a BYSTANDER as Ross asked Rachel a direct question, and Rachel responded to him, making this an exchange between just those two.


No! I’m not! I-I-I just think it’s wrong! It’s-it’s that I’m—Here I am about to pop and he’s out picking up some shop girl at Sluts ‘R’ Us!

Is that a real place? (Rachel’s stunned) Are they hiring?

(entering) Hey Phoebe! (To Rachel) Fatty!

Hey Chandler, why so fancy?

Well, I got a job interview. It’s kinda a big deal too. Its a lot more money and I’d be doing data reconfiguration and statistical factoring.

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as she just asked Chandler why he was "fancy," and he responded directly to her question by explaining he has a job interview, inviting her reaction or follow-up.


Hey Joey! Aww, you remembered even though you're a big star!

Aw, come on! It'll be years before I forget you!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Joey's last utterance was a direct, lighthearted response to Monica's previous comment, creating a clear turn for Monica to continue their established exchange.


Oh, hey, you guys are finally gonna get to meet Kate!

(to Chandler) And I ah, borrowed some of your cologne. I hope she likes it.

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Joey's initial announcement about meeting Kate included her, and she can now react to the news or Joey's subsequent comment to Chandler about the cologne.


Okay! All right! How was she?

Was she good?

Explanation: An ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, Ross, is silent because Rachel's open-ended questions "How was she?" and "Was she good?" are likely directed towards another character who has direct experience or specific.


He’s being silly, because he knows that we enjoy the silliness!

No, I-I-I’m serious, okay? I mean, think about it. You move in, you start fighting over stupid game rooms, next thing y’know you break up!

Ross, you were right before, it was just a stupid fight about a room.

Okay, there are no stupid fights!! This isn’t about the room, this is about what the room…represents! And unfortunately, this room (Points to Rachel’s room) could destroy you!!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Ross's dramatic statement about the room destroying Monica and Rachel is a direct response to Monica's attempt to de-escalate and is not a general comment inviting Chandler's input.


Is it me, or have the greetings gone downhill around here?

(goes to Chandler) Phoebe and Rachel saw you with Nancy today and... em... they think you're having an affair.

Why do you have a realtor?

Uhm, she has been showing us houses outside of the city.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Chandler is an active participant, but Monica has just provided a direct answer to Phoebe's question about Chandler's realtor, clarifying the situation for Phoebe.


Joey, what did you think a nubbin was?

I don't know, you see somethin', you hear a word, I thought that's what it was. Let me see it again.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Ross should speak because Joey's last utterance includes a direct request ("Let me see it again") that is addressed to Ross, requiring a response.


Okay. Then he still has this huge decision to make. Now he’s walking around thinking, ‘Do I want to be a dad?’ and then bam!

What was that bam?

Hey Joey, what would you do if someone that you slept with told you that she was pregnant?

rachel addressed joey, not monica (ground truth)

Explanation: Monica is a BYSTANDER as Rachel has just addressed Joey directly with a personal hypothetical question, shifting the focus of the conversation away from Phoebe's story.


I mean after tomorrow night.

No-no-no! No-no-no! Please Ross, I can’t! I can’t do it! (Starts to freak out.) It’s just gonna freak me out!!!

Okay! Okay! Ooh-hey-hey-hey! Okay! Okay! Okay! I’ll-I’ll tell her tonight I can’t see her anymore.

You want me to call her right now?

Oh no! No! No-no-no-no! No, I mean come on that’s-that’s crazy—I mean that’s crazy. So what’s-what’s going on with you? What is going on with you?

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, and while Rachel directly asks him "What is going on with you?", her preceding emotional outburst and rejection of his offer suggest she is still processing the situation and may.


Uh-huh, let's go. (they move in to kiss) Oh, wait I have gum. Okay. (they kiss rather passionately) Good, very good, firm but tender. I'd recommend you to a friend.

Then I don't know what it is. What's the problem?

Joey, you know, maybe your just not used to kissing men, maybe you just tensed up a little, maybe that's what you need to work on.

joey was addressed by monica and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Monica directly addressed Joey, offering a potential explanation and advice regarding his kissing technique, which warrants a response from him.


Okay fine, I did. But I didn’t see anything, I swear.

Shame on you! Ugly baby judges you!

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Ross's playful accusation "Shame on you! Ugly baby judges you!" is a direct response to her previous admission, inviting her to defend herself or continue the playful exchange.


Oh come on Ross, we’ve done it before we’ll do it again, it’ll be a nice way to bookend the pregnancy.

This is insane, I’m not gonna make love to you just so that you’ll go into labor.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Ross just directly responded to Rachel's suggestion, continuing their ongoing discussion about inducing labor.


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

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

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Joey asked a question about inviting Ross, and Ross's sarcastic response directly addressed the premise of that question, not requiring an immediate follow-up from Joey.


Okay. (Writes a little more) I am so hot!

(To Ross, on the couch) Now, here's a picture of my mother and father on their wedding day. Now you tell me she's not a knockout.

I cannot believe we're having this conversation.

C'mon! Just try to picture her not pregnant, that's all.

rachel did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Rachel is a BYSTANDER as Joey and Ross are engaged in a private conversation about Joey's mother's picture, and Rachel has not been addressed or contributed to this specific exchange.


(entering) Hey Ross! Listen, do you want to go see that new Imax movie on tide pools?

Okay I-I just have to stop by my place first.

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because he initiated the invitation to Ross, who just responded directly to it with a condition, prompting Joey to acknowledge or confirm.


Uh, only if you have the hiccups too. Yeah, the pictures are for you, the water and the chocolate is for me. I just didn’t feel like getting up. Okay, I’m gonna show you a picture of Ross. Okay? And you’re going to remember all of the bad things about him. All right? Really focus on his flaws.

I can do that. I certainly did it when we were going out.

Okay. Umm, before we get started, I just wanna say for the record that I love Ross, I think he’s such a great guy. Here. (Hands her the picture, Rachel grabs it out of her hand.) Okay, now, close your eyes. And imagine that you’re with Ross okay and imagine that you’re kissing him. And you’re-you’re running your hands all over his body. And then you run your hands through his hair, but eew-oh gross it’s some kind of grease, it’s—uck! Hah?

I don’t know, his uh, his hair never really bothered me that much, and y’know it was always more crunchy than it was greasy.

Okay, this is going to be harder than I thought. Umm, let’s try some uh, aversion therapy.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Phoebe's most recent utterance was a concluding statement about the difficulty of the previous exercise and a transitional statement proposing a new therapy, not a direct prompt for Rachel to respond.


bar after every  game.

Okay. Phoebe that’s it. Come on, get out—out of the chair. Get  out! (She goes to move Phoebe, but Phoebe goes limp and Monica can’t move her.) Oh  come…Phoebe!

Explanation: BYSTANDER; Monica is directly addressing Phoebe and physically interacting with her to get her out of the chair, making this an exclusive exchange between them.


Chandler, Heckles was a nut case.

Our trains are on the same track, ok? Yeah, sure, I'm coming up 30 yearsbehind him, but the stops are all the same. Bitter Town. Aloneville. Hermit Junction.

All right, you know what we gotta do? We gotta get you outta here. Come on, I'llbuy you breakfast, let's go.

What if I never find someone? Or worse, what if I've found her, but I dumpedher because she pronounced it "supposably"?

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

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Joey just directly addressed him and offered reassurance in response to Chandler's ongoing anxieties about finding someone.


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

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

phoebe did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Phoebe is a BYSTANDER as Rachel's humorous jab at Monica is directed at Monica and the general group, continuing a specific line of conversation that does not directly involve Phoebe.


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.

Why would I return it? I love this bag!

All right, then you owe me $350.

Fine! Do you take Vasa or Mustercard? (He's holding the fake credit cards that come with the bag.)

All right relax, look I'll pay you with the money from the acting job I am definitely gonna get thanks to you.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Joey's humorous promise to pay her back with future acting money serves as a concluding statement to their exchange about the debt, not requiring an immediate verbal response from her.


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!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Rachel directly addressed Joey to correct his misunderstanding about the baby, requiring him to respond to her clarification.


We got locked out of the apartment, we

Thats a great storycan I eat it?

And then Rachel wasnt sure she could leave the baby.

N-it wasnt easy, but its your birthday and I did what I got  to do.

Oh honey, this is for the best, thus Im not distracted,  worrying about Emma, how shes doing at home and Im being completely here with  you and, oh, she spit up!

Explanation: Joey is a BYSTANDER as Rachel is currently explaining her feelings about leaving Emma to Ross, making it a private exchange between the couple.


I'll have to get back to you on that. Okay, bye! (Hangs up.) Oh my God! He wants me to come over and feel his bicep and more!

Are you kidding?!

I can not believe he would do that to Mon—Whoa! (She stops suddenly and slowly turns to point at Joey. Joey is avoiding her eyes.) Joey, do they know that we know?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, Rachel directly addressed Joey with a question about whether "they" know "we" know, requiring him to provide an answer.


We’ll try to keep it down.

Phoebe, could you do me a favour? Could you try this on? I just wanna makesure it fits.

Ooh, my first birthday present... (delightedly examining the cardigan inher lap) ..oh, this is really...

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT who just gave Phoebe a gift and asked her to try it on, and Phoebe's delighted reaction creates an opening for Joey to follow up on his request.


Well uh…I think I want to take Chandler.

You really want to take me?

Yeah! Yeah! I mean I’m sorry, I wish I can take everybody, but y’know Chandler always supported my career. He’s paid for acting classes and head shots and stuff and well this will be my way of paying you back.

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Joey's detailed explanation of why he wants to take Chandler and how it's a way of "paying you back" is directly addressed to him and invites a response.


Oh as, as opposed to your other multi-functional nipples?

I can't believe you. You told me it was a nubbin.

Joey, what did you think a nubbin was?

ross addressed joey, not rachel (ground truth)

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Ross has just addressed Joey directly with a question about his understanding of a "nubbin," making Joey the primary speaker expected to respond.


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?!

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Chandler directly contradicted her previous statement and made a strong claim about her, which she would likely want to respond to.


It’s hard for some people!

(To Monica) Of course it is. (Mouths to Ross) Wow—whoa!

Chandler one time wore my underwear to work!

That was you!

monica did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as she just made an accusation that Chandler directly responded to, and she might be allowing him to elaborate on his counter-statement.


(to his team) All right, huddle up, right over here.

Wait for me! Wait for me! Wait for me! Oh cool, this is my first huddle.

Okay, so what do you guys really think of Chandler?

The ball is Janice. The ball is Janice. (goes to kick the ball but kicks Ross’s foot instead.)

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT in the huddle, but Chandler's most recent utterance is a self-comment and an action that accidentally involves Ross, not a direct address or question to Joey, so Joey does not have an immediate conversational turn.


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

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

What?! Chandler she’s our cousin!

I was not staring at her. Okay? I was just listening intently. It’s called being a good conversationalist. Watch. (Stares at Monica’s eyes.) Say something.

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because he directly accused Chandler of staring at Cassie, and Chandler's subsequent defense was a direct response to Ross's accusation, inviting Ross to continue the exchange.


Wow Pheebs, you speak Italian?

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

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Phoebe's "I guess so" directly answers Joey's question, and her subsequent comment is an internal observation not directed back to him for a response.


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

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

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Joey directly addressed Ross with a rhetorical question, requiring Ross to respond to the hypothetical scenario.


What's the matter?

I just think that this was a really bad sign, ya know. I mean, like the beast at the threshold, you know. It's just like, I have no family left, ya know. I mean except for my grandmother, you know, but let's face it, she's not gonna be around forever, despite what she says. And I have a sister who I've barely spoken to since we like shared a womb. I don't know, this is my real father and I just, I want things to be like just right.

Yeah Phoebe, I completely understand.

Ok, thanks. Sorry, again

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Phoebe's "Ok, thanks.


Let me see that! (Grabs the invitation and reads it.) Oh man!

The only superpower you have is a slightly heightened sense of smell. (Hands him the jacket and walks away.)

Explanation: Monica is a BYSTANDER as Chandler just made a joke to Ross and walked away, ending his turn and not involving Monica in the exchange.


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.

(takes Chappy from Mike) Well, I guess I'm in the wedding then. Ha haaa... (smells Chappy) He stinks!

chandler did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Ross's most recent utterance is a self-referential comment about his own role in the wedding and the dog's smell, not a direct address or question to Chandler.


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.

(reading from a notepad) I mean, we've been accepting Leakey's dates as a given, but if they're off by even a hundred thousand years or so then you can - you can just throw most of our assumptions, you know, right in the trash. (he throws the notepad in the waste bin) So-so what I am saying is - is is that (he picks the notepad back from the waste bin) is that the repercussions could be huge! I mean, not just in palaeontology, but if-if you think about it, in evolutionary biology, uh, genetics, geology, uh, I mean, truly the mind boggles!

Explanation: Joey is a BYSTANDER as Ross is currently delivering a passionate monologue about his scientific work, which is not directed at Joey and does not invite his input.


You're a dork.

I can't believe this.

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, and Chandler's general exclamation, "I can't believe this," invites a reaction or comment from other active participants in the conversation.


Oh Ross, honey you gotta stop torturing yourself!

Look I've already looked at like a thousand apartments this month and none of them even compares to that one!

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Ross just responded directly to her previous comment about him "torturing himself" by explaining his frustration with apartment hunting, inviting her to continue the exchange.


Yeah. No. And you know what? Nobody even saw!

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: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Rachel is an active participant as Phoebe's excited questions about the kiss and their relationship are directed at "you guys," including Rachel, but Ross was the last speaker before Phoebe's interjection, making it his turn to respond to the rapid series of questions.


What? (to Sophie) Sophie, does she have ten minutes?

Hey, Ross!!! I told you I don’t!

Don’t yell at me okay, this is the most I’ve seen you all week.

Look, I cannot do this right now, okay, I’ve got a deadline, would you just go home, I’ll talk to you later. (storms out)

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Rachel just directly dismissed him and told him to go home before storming out, creating an opportunity for him to react to her abrupt departure.


I can't kiss anyone.

So I'm kissing everyone?

Nonono, you can't kiss Ross, that's your brother.

Perfect. Perfect. So now everybody's getting kissed but me.

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Ross's most recent utterance is a self-pitying observation about himself not getting kissed, rather than a direct address or question to Joey.


Okay, even this is turning me on!

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!

Yeah, we’re not just doing a card! Y’know, she-she also wants to  have the conversation about where the relationship is going.

I know! I know! Why do you guys need to have this conversation?! Huh? I  mean no self-respecting man would ask a woman, "So, where is this going?"

Uh Ross? You asked me that.

Hey! You were a closed book! Okay? I’m not a mind reader! Besides, I  hate those conversations. I’m horrible at them. Really! Maybe-maybe I need kind of a  gesture. Y’know, something that says we’re moving forward without having to talk  about it.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Ross is currently reflecting aloud about his own feelings and needs regarding his relationship with Mona, not directly addressing Rachel for a response.


Okay, um, I...(Phoebe walks into her room.) All right Phoebe look, I just wanted to say that I'm sorry. OK? I handled the situation horribly and I should not have lied to you.

So, what should you have done?

Well, y'know, the reason I didn't wanna go running with you is because um, well y'know the way that you run is a little...(Starts flapping her arms)

Well, it's embarrassing. People were looking at us like we were crazy.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, Phoebe should speak because Rachel is directly explaining and justifying her actions to Phoebe, making Phoebe the direct recipient of Rachel's explanation regarding her running style.


Yes, but you ended up having sex with both of them that afternoon.

Sorry, I just, any excuse to tell that story y'know....

Hey Chandler, there’s a party tomorrow, you’ll feel better then.

chandler was addressed by ross and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, Ross directly addressed Chandler with a comment about a party, prompting a response or acknowledgment from him.


generous. I mean, all I'm saying is don't judge Ross before you get to know him all right? I mean, I like all you guys now, but when I first meet you y'know Kurt, I thought, y'know abrasive drunk, umm Lola, mind numbingly stupid! And okay, you guys (She turns to an elderly gentleman and a 20 something woman, who're a couple.) (To the girl) Gold-digger, (To the old guy) cradle robbing perv! So, I think you all know what I mean.

Oh wow, yeah! See, I did not get that.

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Ross's "Oh wow, yeah! See, I did not get that" is a general reaction to her recent lengthy explanation and not a direct prompt for her to continue speaking.


Is this about Mark?

(shocked) Oh my God.

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)

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT in this heated argument, and Ross's immediate, somewhat dismissive agreement to "take a break" by opening the door and suggesting frozen yogurt directly addresses her previous statement and requires her to respond to his interpretation of the break.


(standing up) Ahh... Chandler's on the couch!!

I see him, you guys are just the worst hiders ever.

Ahh, Pete, the other day when you said you needed to talk, umm, just so I know, is it good news or bad news.

monica addressed pete, not rachel (ground truth)

Explanation: Rachel is a BYSTANDER as Monica directly asked Pete a question about his news, and Rachel is not involved in this new, private exchange.


Oh my God, ice just got in my eye!

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

Monica got ice in her eye, and it hurts.

chandler addressed monica, not rachel (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Chandler's statement explains Monica's exclamation, providing context for Rachel's earlier complaint about the noise without requiring a direct reply from Rachel.


Phoebe, you can’t massage people in my apartment!

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

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Phoebe directly addressed Ross and asked him a question, prompting him to respond to her inquiry.


Didn't it like totally speak to you?

Woah, woah, woah, what book is this?

Rachel you have to read this book. It's called <i>Be Your Own Windkeeper</i>. It's about how women need to become more empowered.

rachel was addressed by monica and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because she previously asked about the book, and Monica directly addressed her in the most recent utterance, recommending the book to her and explaining its premise.


You got it. Okay. Now, I can pass for 19 right?!

Seriously? Seriously, no! You can play your own age which is 31!

Joey, you are not! You’re 31.

Psss, that is whack!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Chandler is an active participant in the discussion about Joey's age, but Joey's "Psss, that is whack!" is a general exclamation of frustration directed at the shared sentiment from both Chandler and Rachel, not a specific prompt for Chandler to continue.


Because! You’re mean on the boat!

What? I was just trying to teach you.

Well, lesson learned! Rachel is mean!

Excuse me, I wanted you to help, but you couldn’t move your arms because you were wearing three life jackets.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Rachel's last utterance directly rebuts Joey's accusation of her being mean by providing a specific, detailed explanation for Joey's inability to help, which may prompt Joey to pause and process this new information.


Okay, um, I...(Phoebe walks into her room.) All right Phoebe look, I just wanted to say that I'm sorry. OK? I handled the situation horribly and I should not have lied to you.

So, what should you have done?

Well, y'know, the reason I didn't wanna go running with you is because um, well y'know the way that you run is a little...(Starts flapping her arms)

Well, it's embarrassing. People were looking at us like we were crazy.

Why do you care?

Because they're people.

But people that you don't know and will never see again.

Well, I didn't get embarrassed running next to Miss (panting). But no, okay. No, no, I can see why running with me would be embarrassing to you. Yeah, okay. You're uptight.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT in this direct conversation with Phoebe, who has just offered a concluding observation about Rachel's character after acknowledging her point about embarrassment.


Just can't believe I'm in Rachel Green's room.

What do you mean? You've been in my room before!

Yeah, sure, right! Like I've ever been in Rachel Green's room.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Ross's sarcastic remark directly contradicts Rachel's previous statement, making it her turn to respond and continue their ongoing exchange.


Okay, so what do you guys really think of Chandler?

The ball is Janice. The ball is Janice. (goes to kick the ball but kicks Ross’s foot instead.)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Phoebe should stay silent because Chandler's utterance is a self-referential joke followed by a physical gag involving Ross, which does not directly address Phoebe's earlier question.


I was hugging her as a friend. It’s not my fault her-her hair got in my face, she’s got a lot of it and it smells all-all uh…coconutty. (Phoebe raises her eyebrows.) What?! Oh, that doesn’t mean I have feelings for Rachel! Maybe it means I have feelings for coconuts!

(taking his coffee) Okay, whatever you say. But just be careful, all right? Rachel’s not in the same place you are.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Phoebe just directly advised Ross to "be careful" because "Rachel's not in the same place you are," which prompts him to respond to her warning.


So, maybe I am a little high maintenance. And maybe Rachel is a little bit of a pushover. But you know what we decided you are?

Yes, we are very sorry to tell you this, but you, Phoebe, are flaky.

So, what, you’re just, you’re just okay with being flaky?

Well, then, I’m okay with being high maintenance.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT Rachel should stay silent because Monica's statement about being okay with being high maintenance is a personal declaration, not a direct address to Rachel or a continuation of Rachel's previous question to Phoebe.


Oh my God. He threw up?

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

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Chandler just finished an exchange with her and then immediately posed a new question to the group, making it a natural turn for her to respond or elaborate.


Oh, you must stop shooping.

Ok, I'm gonna get my stuff.

Chandler, will you just come in already?

No, I prefer to keep a safe distance from all this merriment.

Ok, we all laughed when you did it with the stuffing, but that's not funny anymore.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; although Joey was just directly addressing Chandler, Chandler's most recent utterance about "the stuffing" is a new complaint not directed at Joey, shifting the focus away from their previous exchange.


And the big one’s for me!

Wait, we can’t do this.

I don’t wanna know what Monica got me. Y’know? I mean, look, I’m sure she worked really hard at getting you a present, and wanting to surprise me, and you guys are gonna ruin that, and I, look we have to put these back, this is not what Christmas is about.

Hey guys! You found the presents? Chandler, you let them find the presents? Great! Do you know how long it took me to find you that water purifier?

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Monica directly questioned him about letting others find the presents and then specifically mentioned the gift she got for him, requiring a response.


You know more than one Fun Bobby?

I happen to know a Fun Bob.

(Brings Joey a mug of coffee) Okay, here we go...

Ooh ooh ooh ooh, there's no room for milk!

(Glances at Joey and then sips his coffee) There. Now there is.

Explanation: BYSTANDER; Rachel and Joey are engaged in a direct exchange about the coffee, which does not involve Chandler.


What the hell happened?!

I am so-so-so sorry. I was gonna do it! Really! But I was standing there with 327 dollars in one hand and 238 dollars in the other hand, and I was thinking, "Wow! It’s been a long time since I had… (tries to do the math in his head, but can’t) 327 + 238 dollars!"

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT who initiated the exchange with a direct question, and Joey's response, while an apology, trails off into a tangent about money, leaving her initial query about "what happened" unresolved.


Oh as, as opposed to your other multi-functional nipples?

I can't believe you. You told me it was a nubbin.

Joey, what did you think a nubbin was?

I don't know, you see somethin', you hear a word, I thought that's what it was. Let me see it again.

You were in a porno?

Ahh, alright, alright, alright, I was young and I just wanted a job, OK. But at the last minute I couldn't go through with it so they let me be the guy who comes in to fix the copier but can't 'cause there's people havin' sex on it.

Explanation: BYSTANDER; Joey just finished explaining his porno experience in response to Ross's direct question, making Ross the natural next speaker to react to the confession.


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

How do you know that? How?

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

You'll see, you guys are all gonna go off and get married, and I'm gonna endup alone. Will you promise me something? When you're married, will you invite me over forholidays?

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, and Chandler's most recent utterance directly poses a question to him and the group about inviting him over for holidays, requiring a response.


Yeah. You’re just gonna knock on his door and change his life forever. You’re like Ed McMahon except without the big check, or the raw sexual magnetism.

Yeah. Uh-huh, I guess it is pretty big news.

Pretty big? It’s huge! God, this guy doesn’t have a clue! He’s just walking down the street thinking, ‘I had sex with Rachel Green. I rock!’ then bam! He’s a father and everything’s different.

rachel was addressed by phoebe and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Phoebe directly responded to Rachel's previous assessment of the news and continued to elaborate on the significant impact of Rachel's pregnancy, keeping Rachel central to the topic.


Umm, candles, champagne, yeah anniversaries are great. ‘Cause you know love lasts forever, y'know. Nothing like it in this lifetime, money in the bank, so Rachel and I broke up.

Yeah, we are definitely on Route 27.

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Rachel's statement about their current route is a factual observation that doesn't invite a direct response or further discussion from him about their relationship.


I know her! I bought homemade soap from her at a Dead show!

Okay, how about, for a guy, Thatcher?

Ross, why do you hate our child?

Fine, you go.

But only if it’s a girl.

Oh, veto. How about—Ooh, I like Ruth! What about Ruth?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, Rachel should speak because Ross just proposed a name, "Ruth," and asked "What about Ruth?", directly inviting her feedback on the suggestion for their child.


Uh, four, a boy, twin girls and another boy.

What else did you think about?

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Monica directly asked him to elaborate on his previous statement with the question, "What else did you think about?".


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

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

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

rachel was addressed by ross and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Ross just finished explaining his habit of calling Rachel "Mommy" and realizing his mistake, creating an opening for her to react to his explanation.


Still on Amelia Earhart?

The woman just vanished!

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

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

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Ross's most recent utterance is a direct and emphatic response to Joey's question, continuing their specific back-and-forth about the odds of winning.


(To Phoebe) Is that Joey?! (She nods yes) Let me talk to him!

No! (She nods no to Chandler) Because he didn't believe in my movie! Which is a big mistake because it is real! Real!

(To Phoebe) Y'know what? I have been trying to apologize to him all week! If he's not gonna let me do it on the phone, I'm gonna go down there and do it in person.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Joey should speak because Chandler's statement, though directed to Phoebe, is entirely about Joey's refusal to accept an apology, making Joey the direct subject of the ongoing conflict and giving him a clear reason to respond.


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

Uh-oh. It's Scary Scientist Man.

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Phoebe's comment, "Uh-oh.


Yep! You got the tickets?

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

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Joey, as an active participant in the group attending the event, should speak to acknowledge Ross's confirmation of having the tickets, which is crucial information for their shared plan.


Monica, Monica, look at this lamp. Is this tacky or what? We have to have this.

Rache, I think we have enough regular lamps.

What? Come on, it's not like I'm asking for this girly clock or anything,which, by the way, I also think is very cool.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Rachel is directly responding to Monica's previous comment about lamps, continuing their ongoing discussion about home decor.


That's it! Thanks Pheebs!

(to Joey) Ooh, do you want to talk to Chandler?

chandler was addressed by phoebe and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Phoebe just directly offered him as a conversational partner to Joey, making him the explicit subject of the immediate conversational turn.


Chandler, I can't be playing games, Ross is gonna be home soon. And I have to write five whole pages if I'm gonna stick to his schedule.

Well, so, play for the next 30 minutes and then write until he gets home.

(jumping up) All right! But uh, listen, what do you say we crank it up a notch?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Chandler is an active participant in the exchange, as Joey's most recent utterance accepts Chandler's previous suggestion and then immediately proposes a new action directly to him.


All right. Well listen, if you see Joey will you just tell him uh…tell him I miss him. (Exits and Joey enters.)

Yeah, a naked bagel game? (Picks up his dropped bagel.) (To Chandler) Dude, I don’t know. That’s a pretty small hole.

I can’t! Y’know? You guys don’t know what it’s like to put yourself out there like that and just get shot down.

Explanation: BYSTANDER, Rachel has already exited the scene, and Joey is currently engaged in a private conversation with Chandler about his feelings of rejection.


So then you know? (Phoebe nods her head)

The mailman was downstairs, so I brought up your mail.

Oh, good. Thanks.

Now what is Fabutec?

Okay, all right don’t judge me to much. Okay? Um, but I saw this info-mercial, and um, I swear to you I have never-ever bought anything on TV before, except for this mop. But there was this stuff on leg waxing, it just, it looked so amazing....

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Monica is still in the middle of explaining Fabutec and her purchase, which is a direct response to Phoebe's previous question.


Dinner is at four, we'll never gonna make it back.

So we'll leave before it's over, we'll be back in time.

You say that now, but it could take us a long time to get back home. Plus Joey could get lost and and they could have to page us to go pick him up.

times that happened!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Chandler is an active participant, but Joey's declarative statement "times that happened!" serves as a concluding, somewhat defensive, remark to Chandler's specific concern about him getting lost, not directly inviting a further immediate response.


All right, all we need is a little lighter fluid.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Chandler should SPEAK because Joey just proposed escalating their game and then immediately followed up with a specific action ("All right, all we need is a little lighter fluid") that requires Chandler's acknowledgment or response as the other player.


Monica, what did you mean before when you said you didn’t want to talk to anyone, especially me?

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

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, Rachel should speak because Monica's last utterance directly responded to Rachel's question about stealing her thunder, continuing their direct exchange.


I need something sweet.

Does anyone wanna watch TV?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Phoebe asked a general question to the group, and while Joey is a potential respondent, his previous unrelated comment does not create an expectation for him to respond immediately.


(on phone) Hello? (Listens) What are you talking about? The audition’s not ‘til 500! (Chandler suddenly remembers and looks at the unfinished message then tries to sneak over and finish it as Joey listens.) Well, nobody told me! (Listens) Who’d you talk to? (Listens and turns around to see Chandler trying to finish the message.) Nevermind! (Hangs up.)

You mean you didn’t get it from this?

The allergy guy got the part! Thanks!

Well, maybe we can fix it y’know? Maybe we can send him some-some big-big flowers and scare him!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Chandler's last utterance is a direct response to Joey's previous statement about losing the part and offers a suggestion to "fix" the situation, prompting Joey to respond.


Ross, I can’t believe you’d do that!

Okay, okay, I’ll tell ‘em it wasn’t Chandler who got high. Now who should I say it was?

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, and Ross's question "Now who should I say it was?" is a direct follow-up to her accusation, inviting her to offer a solution or further comment.


From a bullet!

I know it doesn't make much sense…

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Joey's statement "I know it doesn't make much sense…" is a self-reflection on the confusing topic, not a direct question or prompt for Chandler to respond immediately.


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

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

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

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

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Monica just grabbed him and directly accused him of gouging a hole in her floor, which might lead to a moment of silent processing before a response.


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

How do you know that? How?

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

You'll see, you guys are all gonna go off and get married, and I'm gonna endup alone. Will you promise me something? When you're married, will you invite me over forholidays?

Well, I don't know. I don't know what we're gonna be doin'. I mean, what if we'reat her folks' place?

Yeah, I understand.

You can come over and watch the Super Bowl. Every year, all right?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Joey just offered Chandler a specific, unconditional invitation to watch the Super Bowl every year, directly addressing Chandler's earlier concern about being alone for holidays.


to get my license renewed.

driver’s license—Okay that is it! Pull over right now!

Oh Ross you’re so tense! You just gotta relax okay? Just need to relax all right? Just need to relax… (She takes her hands off of the wheel.)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Rachel directly addressed Ross, commented on his tension, and then took her hands off the wheel in response to his previous command, creating an urgent situation that requires his immediate reaction.


Chloe, Chloe how’s it coming?!!

(entering from bedroom) Hey, what kind of puppy do you think I should get?

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: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Chloe should speak because Ross just responded to her question about getting a puppy and then indicated a need to leave, both of which invite a reply from her.


(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: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because she is present and listening to Phoebe's general comment about Joey's dramatic reaction, which invites a response or further comment from anyone in the group.


Hi, Chandler. There you are.

Hey, it’s Phoebe and Rachel. Um, why don’t you tell them what you were telling me earlier about me not being high maintenance?

Really? I’ve heard better.

Wait, wait, he came up with that himself. Tell them, Chandler.

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Monica's last utterance directly addresses Chandler, instructing him to speak next, thereby passing the turn to him.


Well maybe you don’t talk about your feelings back then. Maybe you just say something about y’know all the things that he’s taught you. Like… (They all try to think about one example and don’t succeed.) Or all the things you taught him.

Now everybody knows the basic erogenous zones. (She starts labelling them) You got one, two three, four (Chandler is shocked to find out there’s more than three), five, six, and seven!

chandler was addressed by monica and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Monica is making a declarative statement about "erogenous zones" and listing them, and Chandler's explicit shock at discovering more than three creates a.


Oh, Ross, I’m sorry. I completely ruined your evening.

Helps a little.

Is there room on that step for a pathetic loser?

Yeah, have a seat.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, and Ross just directly answered her question and invited her to sit, completing the current turn exchange.


Umm, she Rach, not it, she.

Yeah, I’m not so sure.

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, and she should SPEAK to either help Monica complete her fragmented thought about Rachel or to respond to Rachel's expressed uncertainty.


Course there, they just call it food.

Yeah... I guess. I don't—I don't know. Alright, just... just give her this for me, OK? (gives Chandler a gift for Rachel)

I'm still on my first. I just think you're nice.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Ross is an active participant, but Chandler's comment "I just think you're nice" is a self-contained, humorous remark that doesn't require a direct response from Ross.


What?! Look, we’re trying to rebuild a relationship here, right. How am I supposed to do that here, without being totally honest with each other?

Look, Ross look, I’m on board about this totally honesty thing, I am, just not about stuff that’s gonna get you in trouble.

Yeah, but don’t you think....

All right, okay, now, we just have to make sure she doesn’t find out some other way. (spins the chair around so that Ross is facing him) Did you think about the trail?

(stomps on the footrest which pops Ross up into a sitting position) The trail from the woman you did it with to the woman you hope never finds out who did it! (slapping his hands with each word) You always have to think about the trail!

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Joey's last utterance is a forceful and emphatic explanation of "the trail" directed at Ross, which does not immediately invite a verbal response from Ross.


No! Ross, no! It is not fine! Eh-eh-according to my plan I should already be with the guy I wanna marry!

(To Monica) You’re drunk! Mom and dad are gonna be maaaaadd! Maybe I’m a little drunk.

Explanation: Rachel is an active participant, but Ross's most recent utterance is directed to Monica and about their shared state of being drunk, shifting the conversational focus away from Rachel's previous statement.


Excuse me, sir. Hi, you come in here all time. I was just wondering, do you think there's a possibility that you could give me an advance on my tips?

Ok, ok, that's fine. Fine. Hey, I'm sorry about that spill before. (picks up the tip he leaves) Only $98.50 to go.

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Rachel's audible lament about her financial struggles, "Only $98.50 to go," is a self-directed statement that implicitly invites a sympathetic or commiserating response from a present friend.


What a bad idea!

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

Chandler, why are you doing this?

I don't know. But I know I'm not afraid to do this.

Explanation: Joey is a BYSTANDER as Monica directly asked Chandler a question, and Chandler responded to her, making the current exchange between those two speakers.


Joey, do you have peanut butter on the back of your head?

(Touches the back of his head and licks his fingers) Oh man! I thought I got it all!

I was making a peanut butter smoothy, right?

And I couldn't find this little plastic thing (holds up plastic thing) that goes on top of the blender...and I thought...well... how important can that be, right...? Turns out very!

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT who initiated the conversation by asking Joey about the peanut butter, and Joey is currently telling her a story to explain the situation, making her the primary recipient of his narrative.


No. Look, I told you I am not a part of this thing.

All right, look, Ross. I realize that you have issues with Carol and Susan, andI feel for you, I do. But if you don't help me cook, I'm gonna take a bunch of thoselittle hot dogs, and I'm gonna create a new appetizer called "pigs in Ross". Allright, ball the melon.

carol was addressed by monica and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Carol is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Monica directly referenced her as someone Ross has issues with, creating an opportunity for her to interject or clarify.


Someone's left a glass on the coffee table. There's no coaster. It's a cold drink, it's a hot day. Little beads of condensation are inching their way closer and closer to the surface of the wood...

STOP IT!! ...Oh my God. It's true! Who am I?

Monica? You're Mom.

Well, what's the part?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Monica's question "Well, what's the part?" is a continuation of her internal monologue prompted by Ross's comment about her being "Mom," and is not directed at Chandler.


Hey Monica it’s Joey. Listen uh, Phoebe and I smell gas comin’ from your apartment.

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.

Yeah! Do that!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Monica has just given Joey a direct and actionable command to break down the door, which implies he should proceed with the action rather than offer an immediate verbal response.


Hey! How come the door's locked?

Just a second.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Chandler should speak because Joey's initial question about the locked door was directed generally at the occupants, and Monica's "Just a second" only addressed the action of opening it, leaving room for Chandler to provide further context or explanation.


I had to bring them! We killed their mother, they're our responsibility    now. You know, they require constant care. You should know that, Rachel, you're    a mother.

Are you comparing my daughter to a rat?

No! Seven rats! I think we should take them home, we need feed    them.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Rachel should speak because Phoebe directly responded to Rachel's previous question and continued the discussion about the rats and their care, inviting further engagement from Rachel.


Whoa! Hey! Whoa-whoa-whoa, you saw her breast?!

(To Ross) I’ll tell you about it later. Be cool.

Well then Joey, what the hell were you doing with an engagement ring?!

It wasn’t my ring! It’s Ross’s ring! That’s why I felt so bad Rach, because he was going to propose.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Ross should stay silent because Joey is currently explaining the situation regarding Ross's ring and proposal plans directly to Rachel, who had asked Joey about the ring.


Honey! Do you know that none of that stuff came from me?! I mean I never said I wanted to have babies and get married right now!

Yeah I know, but I was really confused and then I talked to these guys. (Turns to look at Ross and Joey.)

ross was addressed by chandler and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Chandler explicitly included him and Joey by turning to look at them and referencing a prior conversation he had with "these guys.".


No, I'm sorry.

Why didn't he call? He's gonna stay with Julie, isn't he? He's gonna stay withher and she's going to be all, "Hi, I'm Julie, Ross picked me, and we're gonna to getmarried, have a lot of kids and dig up stuff together."

ross was addressed by rachel and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Rachel is expressing her anxieties and making assumptions about Ross's actions and future with Julie, directly involving him in her emotional outburst.


Hi! Oh you guys look so beautiful!

Mr. and Mrs. Bing! (Walks away.)

(walks up) Wow Monica! Hey, just so you know I had my uh, older brother chat with Chandler.

monica was addressed by ross and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Ross directly addressed her and provided her with an update about his conversation with Chandler.


Do you wanna play football?

Um, Monica and I aren’t supposed to play football.

ross addressed monica, not rachel (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Ross directly answered Rachel's invitation with a complete explanation for why he and Monica cannot play, which does not require an immediate follow-up from Rachel.


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.

Why would I return it? I love this bag!

All right, then you owe me $350.

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Rachel's most recent utterance directly addresses him and continues their ongoing discussion about the bag and its potential cost.


Oh, why? What's up?

I have an audition for this play and for some of it I have to speak French. Which, according to my résumé, I'm fluent in.

Joey, you shouldn't lie on your résumé.

Well, so, will you help me? I really wanna be in this play.

phoebe did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as she initiated the conversation about Joey's problem, but Joey's subsequent plea for help, "Well, so, will you help me?", is a.


(while Rachel is finishing her rant) Okay! Okay! Okay! It’s okay. (Rachel stops.) It’s okay. Hey, it’s too weird for you, I won’t see her again.

No-no-no! No-no-no! Please Ross, I can’t! I can’t do it! (Starts to freak out.) It’s just gonna freak me out!!!

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Rachel directly pleaded with him and expressed her strong emotional distress, requiring a response from him.


Hey, y’know what, if you’re gonna do that, if you’re gonna name him Joey, you should name him Chandler. (Phoebe doesn’t think so.) Oh, come on! Chandler’s funny, sophisticated, and he’s very loveable, once you get to know him.

Well, I, I like the idea of naming him after someone I love, and Joey and Chandler are great names. (They both stare at her.) But, all right, I don’t—maybe I’ll just name him The Hulk.

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Phoebe's concluding humorous suggestion to name the baby "The Hulk" signals a shift away from the previous debate about Joey versus Chandler, not inviting further advocacy from him.


Ross, see! I told you, those swings are evil! Alright, that is it.    That is     the last time Emma is getting on one of those things for her entire life.

No! No, no, no, no, okay, it wasn't the swing's fault. It was my fault    and kind     of that (point to the kid that kicked him) kids fault. Who is still laughing.    Nice.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as she just expressed a strong opinion about the swings, and Ross directly countered her statement, inviting her to continue the debate.


Stop it! I will kill you. I hate the fact that my room is so small.

Hey, I have all the space I need. Just do what I did.

Monica, you don’t even have a bed, you sleep in a ball on the floor!

monica was addressed by rachel and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, Monica was directly addressed by Rachel, who refuted Monica's previous statement about having enough space.


Just can't believe I'm in Rachel Green's room.

What do you mean? You've been in my room before!

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Rachel directly questioned his previous statement, prompting him to clarify what he meant.


If you want, I'll do it.

I know, I just want to bite his bottom lip. (Rachel looks at her) But I won't.

God, the first time he smiled at me... those three seconds were more exciting than three weeks in Bermuda with Barry.

You know, did you ride mopeds? 'Cause I've heard... (they stare at her)... oh, I see... it's not about that right now. OK.

monica did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but the conversation has shifted to an exchange between Phoebe and Rachel about a shared interest, and Phoebe's most recent utterance was a self-correction not directed at Monica.


Yeah, but y’know we could sneak in and watch.

Yeah, we could. Oh hey look! There’s some Kappa Kappa Deltas! I was a Kappa. (to them) Hey sisters! (They ignore her.) (To Monica) Wow, we really are bitches.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Ross should SPEAK to acknowledge Rachel's self-deprecating comment to Monica after being ignored by the Kappa Kappa Deltas.


Oooh that may be a New World's record (Looks at his watch and picks up Ross' pad)

You know, I hate to lecture you guys, but it's kinda disgraceful, that a group of well-educated adults and Joey can't name all the states. Did you ever see a map, or one of those round, colorful things called "a globe?" Hmm?

joey was addressed by ross and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Ross explicitly included him in his critical lecture about not knowing the states and directed rhetorical questions at the group, including Joey, inviting a reaction.


Oh OK. [pulls over her shirt and shows a bare shoulder] Oh no, oh it's gone, that's so weird, I don't know how-where it went.

You didn't get it?

Phoebe, how would you do this to me? This was all your idea.

phoebe was addressed by rachel and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Rachel directly addressed Phoebe by name with an accusation, stating that "this was all your idea," which requires a response from Phoebe.


(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!

Hi Dr. Long, how are you?

(to Rachel) Oh, you’re nice to her.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Ross directly addressed her with a comment about her politeness, prompting her to respond.


Uh, no, I got to see Donald Trump waiting for an elevator.

Hey, you're back too!

Yeah. Umm, Chandler can I talk to you outside for a second?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Monica directly addressed Chandler and asked if she could talk to him outside, requiring a response from him.


Don’t worry about it Pheebs.

No one got me an engagement present.

Okay, here I wish you health and happiness. (She hands Monica a cookie in a plastic baggie.)

(To Chandler) This is what happens when you don’t register for gifts!

chandler did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Although Monica directly addressed Chandler with a complaint about not registering for gifts, her statement serves as a concluding remark rather than an open-ended question, allowing for a natural pause in the exchange.


You get your messages!

Yeah, well I don’t think it really counts if you have to read them off the back of your hand after you fall asleep on the couch.

Explanation: Chandler is a BYSTANDER, as Monica's sarcastic comment is a direct response to Rachel's previous utterance, continuing their two-person exchange without involving him.


(hands Chandler a bag) Chandler, here you go, got your traditional Thanksgiving feast, you got your tomato soup, your grilled cheese fixin's, and your family size bag of Funyuns.

All right, I'm nine years old.

We just finished this magnificent Thanksgiving dinner. I have--and I remember this part vividly--a mouthful of pumpkin pie, and this is the moment my parents choose to tell me they're getting divorced.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Chandler is in the middle of recounting a personal and emotional story about his parents' divorce, which is a narrative he is currently delivering and not a direct prompt for Monica to interject.


Well, then, maybe it's time we all moved on.

Yeah, but, Ross, I mean, you're not okay with it.

ross was addressed by joey and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Joey directly addressed him, questioning his sincerity about being "okay with it," which requires Ross to respond.


Ah, the heart of every healthy relationship. Honesty, respect, and sex with celebrities.

So, Chandler, who’s on your list?

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Monica directly addressed him with a question, "So, Chandler, who’s on your list?", which requires a response.


I got fired.

Yeah, they said I acted too much with it. I told everybody about this! Now everybody's gonna go to the theatre, expecting to see me, and...

Oh, Joey, you know what, no-one is gonna be able to tell.

My mom will.

Y'know, I've done nothing but crappy plays for six years. And I finally get my shot, and I blow it!

rachel did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Joey is continuing to vent his frustrations about his career setback, not directly soliciting a response from her in this moment.


Just let her serve the beef-custard thing?

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

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

joey was addressed by rachel and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Rachel directly addressed Joey with a complaint about his apartment's temperature, prompting him to respond.


Ugh, Monica I don’t want to steal your stupid thunder!

Oh please! Why else would you have made out with Ross?!

All right, easy mimey, the moment has passed, it ain’t gonna happen!

I just thought it would be nice if I could have just this one night!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Rachel should speak because Monica's most recent utterance is a direct complaint about Rachel's actions and the "thunder" situation, requiring a response from Rachel.


Hey Phoebe, can I talk to you for a second?

So, what should you have done?

Well, y'know, the reason I didn't wanna go running with you is because um, well y'know the way that you run is a little...(Starts flapping her arms)

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, and Rachel is in the middle of explaining her reason for not wanting to run with Phoebe, so Phoebe should allow Rachel to complete her thought.


Ah, Gunther, I can’t pay for this right now because I’m not working, so I’ve had to cut down on some luxuries like uh, payin’ for stuff.

Well, if you want, you can work here.

Uh, I don’t know. Ya see, it’s just, see I was a regular on a soap opera y’know? And to go from that to this, I just… Plus, I’d have to wait on all my friends.

gunther did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Gunther is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Joey is currently explaining his personal reservations about Gunther's job offer, so Gunther should allow Joey to finish expressing his thoughts.


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!

phoebe addressed joey, not chandler (ground truth)

Explanation: BYSTANDER, as Phoebe has concluded her previous statement about the cups and directly greeted Joey upon his arrival, shifting the focus of the conversation to him.


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

What are you saying?

Explanation: BYSTANDER; Monica's question "What are you saying?" is a direct response to Chandler, indicating an ongoing exchange between them that does not involve Joey.


Ross I—We tried all the spicy food. It’s not working.

Okay here, have one of these peppers. Oh ha… Oh God! So…so hot! (Rubs his eyes.) Oh my—(Laughs.) By the way, you don’t want to touch the pepper and then touch your eye.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because she initiated the conversation about spicy food not working, and Ross's warning about touching peppers and eyes directly relates to his attempt to help her, inviting her to respond to his experience or the ongoing situation.


Yeah, but y’know we could sneak in and watch.

Yeah, we could. Oh hey look! There’s some Kappa Kappa Deltas! I was a Kappa. (to them) Hey sisters! (They ignore her.) (To Monica) Wow, we really are bitches.

(to the class) Right! So when Rigby got his samples back from the laboratory he made a startling discovery! What he believed to be igneous, was in fact sedimentary. Imagine his consternation when—(sees Monica and Rachel.) Oh bloody hell.

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Ross's "Oh bloody hell" is a direct reaction to seeing Monica and Rachel, implicitly acknowledging their presence and inviting a response.


I'm telling you, she gives the worst massages ever!! Okay, it was like she was torturing me for information. And I wanted to give it up I just—I didn't know what it was!

Chandler, if it really hurts that bad you should just tell her.

Look, for the first time in my life I'm in a real relationship. Okay, I'm not gonna screw that up by y'know, telling the truth.

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Chandler's most recent utterance directly responds to Joey's previous advice and presents a new dilemma regarding his relationship, inviting Joey to offer further input or a counter-argument.


Yeah, right Monica. I'm so sorry.

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

(spots the suitcase just inside the door where Chandler left it) Whoa,    whoa. Wait a minute. Wait a minute. If you just got back from Tulsa, how    did your suitcase beat you here?

joey addressed chandler, not monica (ground truth)

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as Joey directly questioned her about the suitcase, but she should stay silent because Joey's question exposes a lie she told, leaving her without an immediate, plausible response.


Why? ‘Cause otherwise you’d go for it?

What you don’t think I’d go up to her?

Ross, it took you ten years to finally admit you liked me.

rachel addressed ross, not monica (ground truth)

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Rachel's most recent utterance is a direct address to Ross, shifting the focus to an exchange between them that does not involve Monica.


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: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as she initiated the discussion about the potatoes and Phoebe's last utterance was a direct response to Monica's previous question, requiring a follow-up from Monica.


Yeah. What are we getting?

(to Chandler) Anything but stew.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Monica's statement "Anything but stew" is a preference directed at Chandler regarding the group's food choice, not a question requiring an immediate verbal response from him.


I have plans.

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

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

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT. Phoebe's dramatic warning about Monica's packing plans is directed at "the guys" to make them flee, not a direct address or question requiring a response from Monica.


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

You get your messages!

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as she just asked Rachel a direct question about the phone pen, and Rachel's response, "You get your messages!", directly answers Phoebe's query without inviting further immediate input.


We used to be married, but then we missed a weekend away together    and things kind of unraveled. Because of you! Happy Birthday. (Ross looks disappointed    and switches the camcorder off)

You guys, just please.. a little bit longer. I promise, Rachel will be    back with the cake any minute. Monica, remember.. the frosting? huh?

Explanation: Chandler is a BYSTANDER because Ross's final prompt is a direct question to Monica about the frosting, making her the intended next speaker.


Third one from the left?

Yeah, why is it staring at me? I think it knows I’m talking about it.  (Rachel starts to peek at the file) Don’t-don’t you—Wh—Wha—Hey!!

Okay fine, I did. But I didn’t see anything, I swear.

Shame on you! Ugly baby judges you!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT Rachel has just been playfully scolded by Ross with a concluding remark about the "ugly baby" judging her, which does not require an immediate verbal response.


She said that?!

I don’t know, I told her it was stupid to put off the wedding just because the hall was gone and she liked flipped out.

Ross, how long have you been planning this wedding?

I don’t know. A month?

Emily has probably been planning it since she was five! Ever since the first time she took a pillowcase and hung it off the back of her head. That’s what we did! We dreamed about the perfect wedding, and the perfect place, with the perfect four-tiered wedding cake (Starting to cry), with the little people on top. (Ross gets thrown a box of Kleenex from the bathroom and he gives her one.) Thanks. But the most important part is that we had the perfect guy who understood just how important all that other stuff was.

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as he has been directly engaged in the conversation with Monica, who is now emotional about wedding plans, and her concluding statement about the "perfect guy" implicitly invites his acknowledgment or response as the groom.


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.)

joey addressed phoebe, not chandler (ground truth)

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as Joey directly questioned him about where he heard something, but he is choosing to remain silent as Phoebe enters the room.


C'mon! This looks good!

Ross, please, trust me. I buy 30 fashion magazines a month. Now, I don't know who's running for president or who that... NATO guy is, but I do know that you have to get as far away as you can from that hat.

Damnit! I have this date tomorrow night and I have to look cool!

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Ross just expressed his frustration and explained his urgent need to look cool for a date, which was a direct response to Rachel's previous fashion advice.


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.

(laughs) Monica, look... I don't think you and I have    any secrets anymore... (Monica keeps looking at Joey) Not ready to joke about    it yet, okay, I see you later. (Joey walks out)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, Monica should speak to acknowledge Joey's departure, which was a direct response to her request for privacy, and his comment about her not being ready to joke.


So uh listen, I think I’m gonna take off now. (Starts to get up.)

(stopping him) Hey! You…can’t…leave Joey! You agreed to buy that boat, all right?! That is a contract! And plus if you leave, my boss is gonna kill me!

Well, what am I gonna do Rach?! I don’t have that kind of money!

I know. Okay. (Whispering and thinking.) Okay. Okay. All right. All right, this is what we’re gonna do, we are gonna go to the next highest bidder, and we are just gonna let them buy it, and then you’re just gonna pay the difference.

Look, I don’t know why the kids need a youth center anyway! Y’know? They should just watch TV after school like I did and I turned out fine!

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, and Joey's last statement is a general complaint and justification of his position, not a direct question or prompt for Rachel to respond immediately.


I… I don’t know what you are talking about.

Come on! Admit it! That was the best nap you ever had!

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Joey's most recent utterance directly challenges Ross to "Admit it!" about the nap, explicitly addressing him and inviting a response.


You bought Shawn Cassidy!

Noo! I wish! Okay, you ready?

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Rachel's "Okay, you ready?" is a transitional question signaling readiness for an upcoming activity rather than soliciting a verbal response from him.


to get my license renewed.

driver’s license—Okay that is it! Pull over right now!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Ross is directly responding to Rachel's mention of her driver's license and issuing an urgent command for her to pull over, making her the direct recipient of his instruction.


(To Chandler) How could you tell her?!

I had too okay?! We’re getting married! Married couples can’t keep secrets from one another!

Oh really? Well I-I guess Monica should know about Atlantic City.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT - Ross directly brings Monica into the conversation by stating she should know about "Atlantic City," prompting her to respond to this new information.


Yeah, all right. (Ross enters.)

Emily is…incredible. I mean there-there are no words to describe it, I mean the whole weekend was like a dream. (Sees Rachel coming back from the bathroom.) Oh! And you! Rach!

Hey! You were so right!

Uh, what you said, about us being in a place where we could finally be happy for each other.

Explanation: BYSTANDER; Ross is directly addressing Rachel about a private conversation they previously had, making Joey an uninvolved listener in this specific exchange.


Okay, just tell me this, did you or did you not smell her hair?

S-s-smell her hair? What if I did?

Ninety percent of a women’s pheromones come out the top of her head! That’s why, that’s why women are shorter. So that men will fall in love when they hug them! (Ross is staring at her dumbfounded.) Oh come on Ross, you’re a scientist.

I was hugging her as a friend. It’s not my fault her-her hair got in my face, she’s got a lot of it and it smells all-all uh…coconutty. (Phoebe raises her eyebrows.) What?! Oh, that doesn’t mean I have feelings for Rachel! Maybe it means I have feelings for coconuts!

(taking his coffee) Okay, whatever you say. But just be careful, all right? Rachel’s not in the same place you are.

am not in that place!

Okay, I didn’t understand that, but y’know, maybe that’s ‘cause you were speaking the secret language of love!

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Phoebe's final, teasing remark about the "secret language of love" is a concluding statement that doesn't require a direct response from him.


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

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

chandler was addressed by joey and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Joey directly prompted Chandler to speak by asking "Now, how about you Chandler?" after interrupting Ross.


Okay, I got it. Phoebe? All right, you pull. I'm gonna spread the legs as wide as I can. (Joey starts giggling.) Joey? Now is not the time!

(pointing) It worked! I scared ya, I knew it! Ha-ha!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Joey's triumphant declaration, "It worked! I scared ya, I knew it! Ha-ha!", is a self-contained, concluding remark to his playful interaction with Monica that does not require a direct response from her.


You obviously haven't tasted my Palmolive potatoes!

Hey! Hey, guess what Joey has!

Three tickets to today's Rangers game!!

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Joey has just announced exciting news about Rangers tickets, and the conversational turn is now open for a reaction to Joey's reveal.