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

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

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because she directly questioned Joey about his actions, and Joey has just finished explaining his reasoning, which requires a follow-up response from her.


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

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

Yeah that-that, doesn't look right.

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

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, Ross should speak because Chandler's entire utterance, including his proposed solution for the couch placement, is a direct response to Ross's earlier observation that the couch "doesn't look right.".


ride more fun?!"

You’re right. I mean I’m sorry. Yeah, I shouldn’t be laughing. I should be laying down papers for you! (Runs off laughing which gets Chandler laughing.)

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

monica did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as Chandler's statement about married couples and secrets is a direct response to her previous joke and laughter, but his declarative remark does not explicitly solicit a verbal reply.


Well, actually it’s a hockey team, so it’s angry Canadians with no teeth.

Have you ever been with a woman?

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as Chandler directly addressed her with the personal question, "Have you ever been with a woman?".


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

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

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

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as he previously asked Ross a direct question, and Ross's subsequent dramatic lament about nobody caring that he's dead directly invites a sympathetic or humorous response from Chandler.


Well, I think it’s ridiculous that you haven’t had sex in three and a half months.

(to Monica and Rachel) It’s winter, they are fewer people on the street. (Rachel and Monica smile and nod, knowingly.)

She is so good at throwing drinks in people’s faces, I mean I don’t think I’ve ever seen her finish a beverage.

Explanation: Joey is a BYSTANDER as Rachel's comment about throwing drinks continues an exchange between her, Ross, and Monica, and is not directed at Joey or a response to his earlier statement.


Forget it! Okay, I’m not giving up my bachelor pad for some basketball seats!

Have you even had a girl up here?

Explanation: BYSTANDER. Monica's question "Have you even had a girl up here?" is directly addressed to Chandler, making Joey an observer of their exchange.


Sophisticated like a hooker?

I’m checking out the restaurant with Pete.

Ohh, Monica, I am so excited for you.

Okay, but wouldn’t it be easier if you had to tell me something that you could tell me.

rachel did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Rachel is a BYSTANDER as Monica's last utterance is a direct response to Phoebe and not addressed to Rachel.


(To Joey) I can’t believe that you yelled at my boss! I’m-I’m gonna lose my job! What am I going to do?!

You can always sell your baby.

Oh Joey, I can’t believe you brought my boss into this! I’m gonna get fired!

rachel addressed joey, not chandler (ground truth)

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because he previously interjected, but Rachel's most recent utterance is a direct continuation of her emotional outburst and blame towards Joey, making it an exchange primarily between Rachel and Joey.


Ok, fine! You can make fun of me. I do not want Emma going there. And    I was thinking Claire Danes.

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.

Irrational, huh? All right, well, I’ll remember that the next    time you freak out about a spider in your apartment!

Oh, yeah, that’s the same, I am sure there are thirty different    species of poisonous swings!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Ross just delivered a sarcastic retort directly to Rachel, completing his turn in their ongoing debate and not explicitly inviting an immediate response from her.


(lying) Yes, but if it’s any consolation, before the bird dropped it, he seemed to enjoy it.

Rachel, come here. (Rachel walks over to Phoebe. Chandler sits down on the lounge-chair.) Okay, I was just starting to take my Thanksgiving nap, and I had another dream about Jack.

(humoring Phoebe) Oh my God, he dream-cheated on you!

Yeah, but then Jacques Cousteau came and he kicked his ass for betraying me! It was soo cool! Then, he took me diving and he introduced me to his pet seahorse, who, by the way, was totally coming on to me, and please, that is not gonna happen.

chandler did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: BYSTANDER: Phoebe initiated a new topic by calling Rachel over and recounting her dream, creating a private exchange between them that does not involve Chandler.


Oh my God! How long has she been crying?

About a week and a half.

Well alright, looks like you guys have got it under control so I’m just gonna go. (She gets up and Rachel looks at her, upset, and Monica just stares.) No! Really? Misery really does love company. All right! (She sits back down.)

You guys, I’m doing the best I can, anyone else is welcome to try.

Here you go. (Hands Emma to Phoebe)

Shh! Nothing works with this child! (Hands her back.)

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Phoebe's frustrated exclamation "Shh! Nothing works with this child!" is made as she hands Emma back to Rachel, making it an exchange primarily between Phoebe and Rachel about the baby.


Hey Ross! So listen, about you and the dinosaur girl, are you really just gonna let a couple of Nobel prizes scare you off? What is that, come on, a piece of paper?

Yeah, maybe. I do have my whole career in front of me. I mean, I can still win a Nobel prize. Although the last two papers I've written were widely discredited.

You're so much more than just brains! You're sweet, and kind, and funny...

Ok well give her a chance to see all of that!

Yeah, you're right, thanks Pheebs, I'm gonna go find her.

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as she initiated the conversation and offered advice to Ross, who just directly thanked her and indicated he would follow her suggestion, creating an opportunity for a final encouraging remark.


No!! Okay?! Why does everyone keep fixating on that? She didn't know, how should I know?

Sometimes I wish I was a lesbian... (They all stare at him.) Did I say that out loud?

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, and Chandler's self-directed question "Did I say that out loud?" after a surprising statement invites a reaction or response from anyone in the group, including Joey.


Why is it sick?

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

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

phoebe was addressed by monica and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, Monica directly addressed Phoebe and asked for her understanding, prompting a direct response from Phoebe.


Oh, OH! Wow, I love those! Where did you get them?

I bought them off Ebay! They used to belong to the late Shania    Twain.

(after a pause) Phoebe, Shania Twain is still alive!

Oh... then I overpaid. (she goes to the bathroom)

Oh, it's a gift certificate to this new SPA in SOHO.

phoebe did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: BYSTANDER. Phoebe is no longer present in the conversation, having just gone to the bathroom, and Rachel's new utterance about a gift certificate is not directed at her.


Phoebe, oh my God! Wh-wh-what are you doing here?

I need to talk to you, it’s pretty urgent. It’s about Monica and Chandler.

Oh my God! Of course, of course. (To the class.) Umm, would you please excuse me for a moment? Umm, do you know each other’s hometowns? Why don’t you… (Motions that they should learn everyone’s hometown.) (To Phoebe) Wh-what’s going on?

Well, umm, not much. But, I was just thinking that since those guys just got engaged that maybe it would be nice if they had some privacy, y’know? So, could I just move in with you for a couple days?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT Ross is directly addressed by Phoebe with a sudden and significant request to move in, which might cause him to pause and process the unexpected proposition before responding.


So where you gettin' it?

I think on my shoulder. [Ross enters]

phoebe addressed ross, not joey (ground truth)

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT who just received a complete answer from Phoebe to his direct question, creating a natural point for him to stay silent.


So just bring it back downstairs, what’s the problem?

I can’t seem to say goodbye.

Are you serious?! Chandler, we ate an entire cheesecake two days ago and you want more?

Well I’ve forgotten what it tastes like okay?!

It was cheesecake. It was fine. It had a buttery, crumbly, graham cracker crust, with a very rich yet light, cream cheese filling… (Pause) Wow! My whole mouth just filled with saliva!

are just hungry! We have not had lunch! We are just light-headed! So let us go out and have lunch and forget about the cheesecake.

Yeah and we’ll drop it off downstairs so that we’re not tempted.

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

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Although Chandler directly asked Rachel where she wants to go to lunch, Rachel has just made a suggestion about dropping off the cheesecake, and she might be pausing to consider lunch options before.


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

It’s been six months! I’m always hot!

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

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Joey is signaling the end of the conversation by stating he has to go on a date and offering a future action with the video camera, not asking for an immediate verbal response.


Hey, what have you guys been up to?

Oh, we were helping Chandler write his vows, but he kicked us out because Joey kept making inappropriate suggestions.

ross addressed joey, not rachel (ground truth)

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as Ross just answered her general question about what they've been up to, and he did not pose a new question or directly prompt her for a follow-up.


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

(entering) Hey! Uh, Monica? Chandler? Can I talk to you guys for a second?

All right that’s it, I give up! Whatever you want you can have it! You wanna sing a song? You wanna do a dance? You want your mom stand at the Alter and scream racial slurs? I don’t care!

No! No, I-I just wanna thank you guys for what you did for my parents, that was really sweet. They’re so happy they get to be a part of your special day.

Okay. I will. Ohh! Check out what they got me to wear for the ceremony! (Runs to his apartment and returns wearing a rather silly hat.) Huh? I wear it like this when I marry you guys, and then this (He tilts it to the side of his head) is for party time.

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as Joey initially addressed him and Monica to talk, and then showed off his hat to both of them, but Joey's last utterance is a self-contained display and explanation of his hat that does not directly prompt Chandler for a verbal response.


Hey now you have two. [Chandler looks annoyed] Oh, now you have two.

What am I gonna do, huh? [Joey walks in behind him]

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Chandler's "What am I gonna do, huh?" is a rhetorical question expressing his frustration, not a direct query to Phoebe that requires her immediate response.


I just—I thought you guys were doing it, I didn't know you were in love!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Phoebe is an active participant, but Joey's dramatic declaration "So that's it! It's over! Everybody knows!" is a concluding statement about the revealed situation, not a direct question or prompt for Phoebe to respond immediately.


Hey, where’d you get that?

I went really long.

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

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

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Ross's most recent utterance was a direct response to Monica's taunt about the game, continuing their specific exchange.


Okay, let's go!

Atlantic City, baby! Let's roll some bones! Hey Joey, high-five for rolling bones!

joey was addressed by phoebe and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Phoebe directly addressed him with "Hey Joey" and requested a high-five, expecting an immediate physical and verbal response.


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.)

You got your passport?

Yeah, in my third drawer on my dresser. You don’t want to lose that.

Explanation: BYSTANDER, as Chandler directly asked Joey about his passport, and Joey just responded, making it a private exchange between them that does not involve Ross.


Well, I think it’s ridiculous that you haven’t had sex in three and a half months.

(to Monica and Rachel) It’s winter, they are fewer people on the street. (Rachel and Monica smile and nod, knowingly.)

ross addressed rachel, not joey (ground truth)

Explanation: BYSTANDER; Ross's most recent utterance is directed specifically to Monica and Rachel, who are responding knowingly, indicating a private exchange that does not involve Joey.


What?! My mom’s not gonna be here?!

Well, given that we forgot to invite her it would be an awfully big coincidence if she was.

Well it wasn’t my fault, Phoebe was in charge of the invitations!

Well I don’t, I don’t have a mother so often I forget that other people…

(interrupting her) Oh give it a rest!

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Monica's direct interruption "Oh give it a rest!" is a clear dismissal of Phoebe's ongoing explanation, signaling that Monica does not want her to continue speaking at this moment.


(whispering) Why? (Monica gesticulates mumbling something that starts with "because") Seriously I did not understand a word that you said.

You wanna fool around with Joey?

Yeah! You know, ever since I had that dream about him, and can't get it out of my head! And what's the big deal, people do it all the time!

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as she initiated the direct question to Rachel, who then responded directly to Monica's query and elaborated, inviting Monica's further engagement in the discussion.


Joey, this is sick, it's disgusting, it's, it's—not really true, is it?

Well, who's to say what's true? I mean...

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, Monica asked Joey a direct question about the truth of a statement, and Joey's evasive and incomplete response invites her to continue the exchange.


(he catches the ball and pauses, staring at Joey in disbelief) Also an island.

Hey, what time is it?

Wow! You realize that we've been throwing this ball, without dropping it, for like an hour?

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, and Joey's last utterance is a direct observation about their shared activity of throwing the ball, inviting a response or acknowledgment from Ross as his co-participant.


Hey Ross, I'm aware of what I owe.

Ok, well then get some sense. I mean it took you what, 10 years to get that job, who knows how long it's gonna be till you get another.

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as he initiated the conversation with Ross, who then directly addressed him with a critical remark about his job and financial situation, prompting Joey to respond.


(in a really, really bad Italian accent) That's-ah what I suspected-ah.

....And then I just, you know, threw the bag of barley at her, and ran out of the store.

My God! Chandler, we said be 'aloof' not 'a doof'.

I've actually ruined this haven't I? It's time for the good ice cream now, right?

Explanation: BYSTANDER; Chandler's last utterance is a self-reflection about his actions, following Monica's criticism, and is not directed at Joey.


No, you sh—No you said you made that up!!

I know, but don’t you think the sick thing is way better than the play thing?

Eh, they’re both good. I generally just go with, Monica’s drunk again. (Monica glares at him.)

chandler addressed monica, not joey (ground truth)

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Chandler's last comment about Monica, which elicited a glare from her, has shifted the immediate focus to an interaction between Chandler and Monica, making it less appropriate for Joey to interject.


Nah, I’m too depressed to eat. I’ll probably eat in like 5 minutes. So I guess I’ll just fly home with you guys, what time’s your flight?

What about my cab?

No, Joey! You borrowed my cab; you have to drive it back.

I don’t want to drive all the way back by myself, I get so lonely. (Gets an idea.) Oh—ooh! How about you come with me?

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Joey's most recent utterance is a direct question and invitation to her, requiring her to respond to his proposal to come with him.


Come on Joey!!!

Rach, I told you everything I knew last night! Look, it's not that big of a deal, so Monica and Chandler are doing it.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, Rachel should speak because she initiated the exchange with Joey, and he just directly responded to her plea by explaining his lack of further information and downplaying the situation.


This guy could be my baby’s stepfather!

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

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

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

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Ross's emotional response directly addresses Joey's previous question and invites further engagement or commentary from Joey.


No it’s not! You want it, you’re gonna have to win it!

All right, so are we not having dinner at all?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Rachel just asked a direct question to the group about dinner plans, and the immediate response is likely expected from someone who can provide an answer or clarify the situation rather than Joey.


Here's your scone.

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

rachel was addressed by ross and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Ross just handed her the plate, directly involving her in his dramatic outburst about the scone.


(entering) Oh good, you're all up.

Phoebe! It's 6 o'clock in the morning! Why aren't you at Gary's?

phoebe was addressed by rachel and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because she just entered and spoke, and Rachel then directly addressed her with a question about why she isn't at Gary's, requiring a response.


Oh, give her the deposit! Give her the ring! I don’t care!

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: Chandler is a BYSTANDER as Rachel directly addressed Monica, and Monica is now responding to Rachel, making it a private exchange between the two women.


Whoa-whoa-whoa, Phoebe you gotta take her! Y’know, I-I-I said some really bad stuff about her, but y’know Rachel has some good qualities that make her a good roommate. She gets tons of catalogs and umm, she’ll fold down the pages of the things she thinks that I’d like.

Yeah, I do. I-I do, do that.

When I fall asleep on the couch after reading, she covers me over with a blanket.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as Monica is listing her good qualities to Phoebe, but Monica's current statement is directed at Phoebe as part of her persuasion, not requiring a direct response from Rachel.


(entering) Hey, you guys!

Guess who's up for keynote speaker at the National Paleontology Conference?

Yeah, right! What was last time he met a submission deadline for an abstract (he and Charlie laugh, then Joey starts laughing too without any reason) Well, why are you laughing?

Just... seeing what it'd be like to be a paleontologist... it's fun, yeah!

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as he directly asked Joey why he was laughing, and Joey just provided a complete, albeit whimsical, explanation that doesn't explicitly require an immediate verbal response or follow-up from Ross.


Oh no-no, no-no I love living with you. It just seems that…if you’re gonna have a roommate, y’know it might as well be the father.

But Joey, I don’t think Ross wants me to move into his apartment and disrupt his life like that. I mean—(Ross turns to her with wishful eyes.)—Or he does.

ross was addressed by rachel and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Rachel directly addresses his potential desire for her to move in and then observes his "wishful eyes," creating a direct opportunity for him to confirm or deny her observation.


So ah, Phoebe, how was your date?

Ick, you were eavesdropping.

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, and Phoebe's direct accusation of "you were eavesdropping" puts Monica on the defensive, prompting a pause rather than an immediate response.


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

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

In the game room!

my fault that your chairs are incredibly ugly!

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

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Chandler has just stormed out after his last sarcastic remark, abruptly ending their heated argument and making it impossible for her to continue the exchange with him.


Marcel, stop humping the lamp! Stop humping! Now Marcel, come back- (Marcel runs toward Rachel's room) come here, Marcel-

Oh no, not in my room! I'll get him.

Ross, you've got to do something about the humping.

What? It's, it's just a phase.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Monica is an active participant as she just addressed Ross about Marcel's behavior, and Ross has just responded to her complaint with a defensive explanation that does not directly prompt her for an immediate follow-up.


Why? Is it because I'm friends with Phoebe?

(as Ursula) If it was, would you stop hanging out with her?

(Thinking carefully) no. No, I, I couldn't do that.

(as Ursula) Um, then yes, it's 'cause of Phoebe! So, you know, it's either her or me.

Then, uh, then I'm sorry.

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Joey's "Then, uh, then I'm sorry" is a concluding response to Ursula's ultimatum, indicating his decision and not directly prompting Ursula for a further reply.


Wow! How do you know how to do that?!

That’s what I do now.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Chandler's statement "That's what I do now" directly answers Joey's previous question and does not prompt him for an immediate follow-up.


Like okay I-I-I, I haven’t met any Portuguese people! I, I haven’t had the perfect kiss! And I haven’t been to sniper’s school!

Phoebe, y’know why don’t we just go upstairs and have some birthday cake?

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, and Monica directly addressed her with a suggestion, prompting a response.


So tell me something. What does the phrase 'no date pact' mean to you?

I'm sorry, okay. It's just that Chandler has somebody, and Phoebe has somebody- I thought I'd ask Fun Bobby.

chandler was addressed by monica and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Monica directly mentioned him as having "somebody" as part of her justification for breaking the 'no date pact'.


, really gorgeous! (Joey clears his throat.) I still love Chandler.

I just want you to say it once in a while.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Joey's statement "I just want you to say it once in a while" is a direct response to Monica's declaration of love for Chandler, creating an expectation for her to acknowledge or respond to his desire.


Yeah! What have you got to lose? Y’know you might even end up with someone really special (whispers) if you pick my guy.

Okay, so you will meet our guys?

Okay now it doesn’t matter which one you choose, y’know? It’s completely up to you. Our guy is perfect, or you can go out with the guy Phoebe deemed not good enough to go out with herself.

Ooh, technically you owe me $600 for sending out happy thoughts on your last ten auditions.

(To Ross) Well, there you are! So what did Elizabeth say?

Explanation: Phoebe is a BYSTANDER as Chandler has shifted the conversation to directly address Ross about Elizabeth, making it a private exchange between them.


(to Joey) I wasn’t doing anything. (Joey starts angrily throwing his stuff down.) Uh-oh, what did she do now?

Just because she went to Yale drama, she thinks she’s like the greatest actress since, since, sliced bread!

Ah, Sliced Bread, a wonderful Lady MacBeth.

God, I just, I hate her! I hate her!! With her, ‘Oh, I’m so talented.’ and ‘Oh, I’m so pretty,’ and ‘Ooh, I smell so good.’

I think somebody has a crush on somebody.

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, and while Chandler's teasing comment about Joey having a crush is directed at him, it doesn't explicitly demand an immediate verbal response, allowing for a moment of silence for Joey to process the implication.


Phoebe if it helps Alexandra has only been massaging Monica for like three years. (Phoebe rolls her eyes and walks away and Monica glares at him.) If! I said, "If it helps!" (Goes to the bedroom.)

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

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as Monica's defensive statement and question "That's different, we were roommates! And when?!" directly addresses his previous comment, but he has just.


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

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

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

I found him! (To Ben) Very funny, come here! (She sits down on the coffee table and Ben walks up.) That is exactly why I’ve come here to talk to you okay?

Explanation: Carol is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Rachel's final statement, "That is exactly why I’ve come here to talk to you okay?", clarifies her purpose for the visit and is directed at Carol, inviting her to engage in the discussion about Ben.


of the responsibility. I mean, this is every guy's fantasy!

Oh, yeah. That is not true. Ross, is this your fantasy?

phoebe addressed ross, not chandler (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Phoebe directly addressed Ross with a question about whether the scenario was his fantasy, indicating she expects Ross to respond next.


I’ve said it! Okay?! But it’s over Joey!

I want to do it again.

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Joey's last statement directly contradicts Ross's previous declaration that "it's over," requiring Ross to respond to Joey's desire to continue.


Okay, dime! (Donates that.) You guys should probably keep talking; this could take a while. (Finds something else.) Oh no, wait! Look it! Whoa! (Looks at it.) Oh my God, this is a police badge!

Oh that's so cool! Why would a cop come in here though? They don't serve donuts. (No one laughs.) Y'know what actually, could you discover the badge again? I think I can come up with something better than that.

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Chandler's request to "discover the badge again" is a setup for his own next joke attempt, not a direct question requiring a verbal response from Phoebe, indicating he intends to continue speaking.


Phoebe, what is it?

All right, you know Paolo?

Well, he made a move on me.

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as she asked Phoebe what was wrong, and Phoebe is currently revealing a personal story about Paolo making a move on her, which Monica is now processing.


Come on Ross be realistic, y'know? If I did write something, what are the chances I could get those guys to star in it?

I'll help you. Yeah, I'll make up a schedule and make sure you stick to it. And plus, it'll give me something to do.

Really? You'd-you'd do that for me?!

(grabbing a notepad and sitting down) All right, we'll start off slow. The only thing you have to do tonight is come up with the name of your main character.

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Ross just gave him a specific task to complete, indicating that the next turn is for Joey to process and act on the instruction rather than verbally respond.


Well, what did the police say?

My Thanksgiving leftover sandwich. I can't believe someone ate it!

Ross, it's just a sandwich!

the only good thing going on in my life!

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Ross's last utterance is a personal lament about his sandwich and his life, not a direct question or an invitation for Chandler to interject further.


Oh no, no. I can't choose between you two! I love you both so much!

Just not enough to put us in the original wedding party.

Explanation: Rachel is a BYSTANDER, as Phoebe and Chandler are having a playful exchange about Phoebe's choices for the wedding party, and Rachel is not being addressed or directly involved in their banter.


This is so cool!

, you must be very proud!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Chandler directly addressed Joey with "you must be very proud!", prompting a response from him.


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

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

Well, we thought we would all go to a picnic (Phoebe gasps), in Central Park!

monica addressed phoebe, not joey (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Monica just answered Phoebe's direct question about the trip's destination, and Phoebe's gasp indicates she is processing the information, making it Phoebe's natural turn to respond.


obviously, I just—I misspoke. It's okay.

okay, I mean as long as you know that Chandler and I are also very hot and fiery, just as hot as you! I mean our flame, whew, is on fire!

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Monica explicitly included him in her assertion about their "hot and fiery" nature, making it a joint declaration that invites his response.


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, as she initiated the previous turn by accusing Ross, and Ross's subsequent question "Now who should I say it was?" directly invites her to provide a solution or further comment.


Okay! Okay! We can take a hint! (They start to leave but run into Phoebe with her guy in tow.) (To Phoebe) What are you doing here?!

This is Patrick. (Points to him.)

monica did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Phoebe's introduction of Patrick is an informative statement rather than a direct question requiring an immediate verbal response from Monica.


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.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Joey initiated the previous turn by addressing Chandler, and Chandler's subsequent self-deprecating monologue is a direct continuation and elaboration on the topic Joey introduced, inviting a response.


Look, honey, I have tried to make nice, it doesn’t work.

Okay, look, Ross, I realise that my Father is difficult, but that’s why you have got to be the bigger man here.

Look sweetie, I could be the bigger man, I could be the biggest man, I could be a big, huge, giant man, and it still wouldn’t make any difference, except that I could pick your Father up and say ‘Like me! Like me tiny doctor!’

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Ross's most recent utterance is a direct and humorous rebuttal to her previous suggestion, addressing her directly as "sweetie" to continue their ongoing discussion about her father.


Phoebe, come on, I don't wanna waste it! It would be like throwing    away a hundred bucks!

, ok? It's about... it's    about corporate greed destroying our hearts and leaving us... the hollow shells.

I don't care about any of that!!

Well, do you care about friendship?

rachel did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Phoebe's rhetorical question "Well, do you care about friendship?" is a challenge to Rachel's previous statement, prompting reflection rather than an immediate verbal response.


Right, I mean, come on, I'm sure that if you had a funeral or a memorial service, tons of people would come.

Ross, what're you... what're you... what are you doing? (looks at laptop screen)You're having a memorial service for yourself!?

No! That would be stupid! You're having it for me!

Ross, don't press send, don't press se... !

oh, too late, too late! It's sent... oops sorry and so is the picture of you and the police man...

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT. Ross's statement confirms the email was sent despite Chandler's attempt to stop him and adds a new, somewhat teasing, piece of information about a picture of Chandler, but it doesn't explicitly solicit a direct verbal response from Chandler.


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

Well then, you should look with us.

Chandler, aren’t you worried about what to get Monica for Christmas?

rachel addressed chandler, not phoebe (ground truth)

Explanation: Phoebe is a BYSTANDER as Rachel directly addressed Chandler about Christmas gifts for Monica, shifting the conversational focus away from Phoebe's previous exchange.


Wow! Hey, why are you all dressed up?

Rachel and I are bringing Emma to Ralph Lauren today to introduce her to everyone. Doesn't she look cute?

Well, because if one more person says "what a cute little boy" I'm gonna whip them with a car antenna!

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Rachel's frustrated comment about Emma being mistaken for a boy directly follows Ross's previous question about Emma looking cute, making him the person to address her complaint.


Hey Ross! The baby’s kicking!

What?! It is?! (He tries to quickly remove his gloves, but runs into trouble and finally throws them off of his hands like a hockey player in a fight and grabs Rachel’s belly.)

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Ross's immediate reaction to Joey's information is to focus on feeling Rachel's belly, which shifts the interaction away from directly addressing Joey.


Yeah, sorry boys, this ride's closing.

Oh, and Chandler and I have this stupid college alumni thing. I can't believe you get to meet Donny Osmond.

chandler was addressed by ross and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Ross just mentioned a shared "college alumni thing" that directly involves "Chandler and I," creating an opening for Chandler to comment on their mutual experience.


Pass the cheese, please.

My God, you can’t even look at me! Can you?

(jumping up) Hey! Phoebe! We can talk to Phoebe!!

chandler addressed phoebe, not monica (ground truth)

Explanation: Monica is a BYSTANDER as Chandler has just directly addressed Phoebe, initiating a new exchange that does not involve Monica.


Phoebe why don’t you just call her? You obviously want to.

You think you know me so well.

Okay, well I do know you.

That’s what I said.

Explanation: Monica is an active participant, but Phoebe's statement "That's what I said" serves as a concluding remark to their exchange, not an invitation for Monica to continue speaking.


Uhh, no, no, it bothered me when he slept with other women.

And thank you, for that.

But y'know, I never really had anything to worry about. Ross was never very good at the flirting thing.

What? (Mumbles) What-what, what are talking about? It-it worked with you.

nine years later you had me!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Ross should SPEAK because Rachel's last comment directly challenges his previous statement about his flirting working with her, continuing their ongoing debate about his romantic prowess.


What makes it pilgrim?

We'll put buckles on it.

phoebe did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Monica's utterance directly answers Phoebe's previous question about what makes the item pilgrim, completing the immediate information exchange.


You do realise  that's your brother?

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

That's not true. I came with Monica and I'm leaving   with Weird Al.

Okay, I've had it with the hair jokes. Tomorrow morning,   before we leave, I'm going to the salon.

chandler did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Monica's declaration that she's "had it with the hair jokes" and her plan to go to the salon is a concluding statement about a topic he initiated, not an invitation for him to respond further.


(to Chandler and Monica) Well, what is going on with you  two?

Oh yeah, thats what she says. But maybe youre not  ovulating at all, maybe its just a clever ruse to get me into bed.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Although Joey initiated the conversation, Chandler's last utterance is a direct, intimate remark to Monica about their private situation, not inviting Joey's immediate input.


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

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

[to Monica at the counter] Ooh, Julie's so smart, Julie's so special.

rachel addressed monica, not chandler (ground truth)

Explanation: BYSTANDER; Rachel is speaking directly to Monica at the counter about Julie, and Chandler is not being addressed or part of their private exchange.


Hi! Oh you guys look so beautiful!

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

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Chandler's exclamation "Mr. and Mrs.


(embarrassed) (To Phoebe and Rachel) I didn’t even tell him to say that. (They hug). All right you’re off my list.

(to Monica) Y’know, suddenly I find you very attractive.

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Phoebe just made a playful, concluding remark directly to her that doesn't necessarily require a verbal response.


Okay. Okay. (Joey puts him down.) What are you gonna do to me if you get the part?

That’s right, all the ladies want to stay at Joey’s.

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as he just asked Joey a question, but Joey's subsequent self-aggrandizing statement serves as a comedic beat that doesn't require an immediate verbal response from Chandler.


Ross, how could you let this happen?

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

You don't think my mom's sexy?

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

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, and Ross's awkward response to Joey's direct question about his mom invites a reaction or follow-up from Joey.


Yeah, why would it be weird? Hey, Joey, can I get some coffee?

Okay, I guess it doesn’t seem that weird.

Seriously, I-I asked you before and you still haven’t gotten it.

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as Ross directly addressed him, reminding him that he had not yet gotten the coffee he was asked for.


Oh. Why not?

‘Cause I know he’s gonna flip out and I hate it when he’s angry.

What Phoebe? Wait! One time he caught me smoking he said if he ever saw me doing that again he’d make me eat the entire pack.

Wow! Oh well, I will be there!

Gosh. I’m not gonna let that man make you eat your baby. (They both sit down by the rest of the gang and Phoebe recognizes a man by the window.) Oh. Hey! Who is that guy? I think I know him.

Explanation: Rachel is a BYSTANDER as Phoebe has shifted the topic to a new observation about a man by the window and is not addressing Rachel directly with her general question "Who is that guy?".


We were on a break!

on your answering machine!

Hey-hey, it’s valid okay? And I’m not the only one who thinks so, Monica agrees with me.

What I said was, was that I understood. Joey’s the one who agreed with you!

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Monica's utterance is a clarification directed at Ross regarding her own stance and Joey's involvement, not an address or invitation for Rachel to speak.


Alright. Just keep him away from me.

Thank you. (She walks off) C'mon, Marcel, whaddya say you and I do a little mingling? (Marcel runs off) Alright, I'll, uh... catch up with you later.

Explanation: Rachel is a BYSTANDER as Ross's final utterance is a closing statement signaling his departure after Monica and Marcel have already left, not an address to Rachel for a response.


Monica's right, swing dancing can be tricky. I'm gonna use the phone. I gotta cancel those five giant teddy bears I sent to Emily. (Looks at the rose mulch.) My God, think of the massacre.

I'm gonna do it.

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

monica addressed rachel, not ross (ground truth)

Explanation: Ross is a BYSTANDER as Monica is directly addressing Rachel, making a plea and challenging her to find someone who supports her plan to tell Ross she loves him.


Hey, why don’t you guys go, get portraits done by a professional photographer.

That’s a good idea! I bet they have one of those wind machines! Y’know… (Does the whole hair blowing in the wind model type poses.)

Explanation: BYSTANDER: Monica is enthusiastically responding to Phoebe's general suggestion about portraits and demonstrating her excitement, not addressing Chandler directly.


What was the dream about?

were doing the crossword puzzle. Y'know like you guys were doing last night. So, that's it. I'm in love with Monica and I'll be moving out.

Wait, Joey! Joey! That doesn’t mean that-that you're in love with me!

That kinda sounds like your dream dude.

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Joey's comment "That kinda sounds like your dream dude" is an observation likely directed at another person or a general remark, not a direct address or question to Monica, so she should stay silent.


No, come on Ross! (He grabs his bag so he can’t leave) Look, Ross, we have to get past this.

Give me the bag.

No, look, I don’t know what else to do. I said I’m sorry!

You should scream at me, or-or-or curse me, or hit me.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Joey is directly addressing Ross, inviting a strong reaction from him as a way to resolve their conflict.


Ok, I didn't see it, because I was putting on my jacket, but I uh want tobelieve you.

Hey Chandler. Monica just broke my seashell lamp.

rachel addressed monica, not phoebe (ground truth)

Explanation: Phoebe is a BYSTANDER as Rachel directly addressed Chandler with a new complaint about Monica, which does not involve Phoebe.


Ross, why do you hate our child?

Fine, you go.

But only if it’s a girl.

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT in a direct exchange with Rachel, and her last utterance "But only if it's a girl" is a conditional statement that requires his response to continue their negotiation.


Because you’ve only known her for six weeks! Okay, I’ve got a carton of milk in my fridge I’ve had a longer relationship with!

Look guys, when I’m with her it’s-it’s-it’s like she brings this-this-this great side out of me. I mean I-I-I love her, y’know?

And I love the milk! But, I’m not gonna some British girl to move in with me! (Realizes that made no sense.) Joey, you say things now.

chandler addressed joey, not ross (ground truth)

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT in the ongoing discussion, but Chandler's final statement directly addresses Joey and explicitly invites him to speak, indicating that the turn is allocated to Joey rather than Ross.


Yeah! I opened up to her about all the terrible stuff that's been happening to me. I mean I talked for hours. (Joey has lost interest and is watching the race again.) It is amazing to have someone give you such-such focused attention.

And the duck gets the Nutter-Butter!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Joey's exclamation about the duck race is an unrelated interjection that signals his disengagement from Ross's personal story, rather than a direct response or an invitation for Ross to continue.


got it. There’s gonna be rumours about this, there’s no way to stop it. Sophie knows, Monica and Phoebe know.

They’re not even touching the lasagna!

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Phoebe's general observation about the lasagna is not directly addressed to Rachel and does not require her specific input, allowing for a topic shift or another participant to respond.


(pulling on a robe) Okay, I'm sorry! I'm sorry! I-I-I was um, I was taking a nap.

position. Oh God Monica, tell me you were waiting for a guy! Please tell me you were waiting for a guy!

Yes. Yes, I was. A guy. From work. (Thinks) I'm seeing a guy from work! Ha!

(Gasps) That cute waiter guy from your restaurant, the one that looks like a non-threatening Ray Liotta?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, Monica stays silent because Rachel's excited, gasped question about the identity of the guy is a speculative guess that Rachel might elaborate on further before Monica confirms or denies.


Phoebe, do you think that your favorite animal says much about you?

What? You mean behind my back?

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as she initiated the topic with Phoebe, but Phoebe's unusual clarifying question "What? You mean behind my back?" creates an unexpected turn that Monica may need.


Oh well, I guess Italian isn’t one of the four languages you speak.

Okay. See you guys later.

(whispers to Phoebe and Rachel) Hey, thank you so much. (They both exit.)

phoebe was addressed by joey and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Joey just whispered a direct "thank you" to her and Rachel before exiting, making a response from her appropriate.


But I thought you wanted to live by yourself.

I did. I thought it'd be great. I figured I'd have like, time alone with my thoughts but, ya know, it turns out I don't have as many thoughts as you'd think.

Joey, why don't you talk to Chandler about moving back?

You really think he'd take me? I mean, we had a pretty good talk last night but, when I moved out, I hurt him bad.

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Joey is currently responding to Phoebe's suggestion about talking to Chandler, making the immediate exchange between Joey and Phoebe.


Why is it sick?

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

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

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

Explanation: Rachel is an active participant, but Phoebe's most recent utterance was a direct response to Monica's question, shifting the conversational turn to Monica.


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

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

Terrible. If-if I want something done right, I have to do it myself. Other people just wreck stuff. I really think I might kill someone tonight.

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Monica's intense and threatening declaration about her frustration is a strong emotional outburst that doesn't directly solicit an immediate response from him.


The woman from the museum called and said that there was a cancellation and that we could move up our wedding and Chandler heard! (Phoebe gasps.) I know! How bad is this?!

Well for the regular guy, it’s bad, but Chandler, Oh dear God!

I know! I know! And he totally freaked out and I can’t find him anywhere!

What are you gonna do?

Well, I’m never gonna listen to you again, that’s for sure! (Mimicking her.) "Y’know, harm can it do if you go and put your name down?"

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Monica's recent utterance is a direct accusation and emotional declaration of blame towards Phoebe, which, while addressed to her, doesn't explicitly prompt a verbal response, allowing Monica's frustration to hang in the air.


Look, Chandler, I told you, never tell anyone about this dog thing. It's like Ross not likin’ ice cream.

Okay, it's just that dogs make me a little uncomfortable.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, Joey should be silent because Chandler is providing an explanation for his discomfort with dogs, directly addressing Joey's previous warning, rather than posing a question or prompting an immediate reply.


Oh Joey, Melanie called, said she's gonna be late.

I don't know, she's, uh.... she's pretty great.

Yeah? What does she think of your little science project?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Monica directly asked Joey a follow-up question about Melanie and his "science project," requiring him to respond.


No, no, no. You actually did that when you were dancing to the   Chicago-soundtrack. Look, Ross, about, about Rachel and I. Listen, you   don't have to worry about that, okay? Because nothing is gonna happen.

What do you mean?

Well, she and I said from the beginning that we weren't gonna do   anything unless you were okay with it. And clearly..

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Joey is directly explaining the situation with Rachel to him, and his trailing off with "And clearly.." prompts Ross for a reaction or acknowledgment.


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

Before or after you were shot by your own troops?

I know where Joey would be. He would be down in the foxhole protecting all of us.

joey was addressed by ross and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, Ross directly brought Joey into the conversation by describing his hypothetical role in a military scenario, prompting a response from him.


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!

How could you do this to me Chandler?! This part could’ve turned my whole career around!

I messed up. Okay? I’m sorry, I really messed up.

Hey, you don’t even live here anymore! What are you doing answering my phone? I have my machine!

Which I bought for ya. Taught ya how to use it. You thought it was a copier. Look, if there was anything I could do, I would do it. Okay? But everybody’s allowed one mistake, right?

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Chandler's final rhetorical question, "But everybody’s allowed one mistake, right?", serves as a concluding plea for understanding rather than an explicit prompt for Joey to immediately continue the argument.


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

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

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

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

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

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Rachel just delivered a serious clarification about taking "a break from us," directly refuting his previous interpretation and requiring him to process this significant statement.


I'm gonna miss this hand! Okay I know it's a lot   to ask, but oh my God Chandler, this is a once in a lifetime opportunity.

What happened to 'you can't live without me four   days a week'?

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as Chandler's last utterance directly challenges her previous statement about a "once in a lifetime opportunity," requiring her to respond and elaborate.


to be the remains of a Paleozoic Amphibian in its jaws! How did it get there?!

Maybe this should be more of a quiet game.

Joey, I left my watch on the counter last night. (Goes to the counter) It was right here, where is it?

joey was addressed by monica and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Monica directly addressed Joey and asked him a question about her missing watch, requiring a response from him.


And no, oh please, oh please let me finish. (Rachel stops talking.) Oh I guess that was it.

Okay. Okay. It’s—since you’ve never done it before you can be Monica’s made of honor.

Oh, thank you so much! (They hug.) Okay.

I’m gonna marry someone good y’know.

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Rachel's reflective statement about marrying someone good follows their emotional exchange and hug, inviting Phoebe to offer a supportive or affirming response.


Yeah, but only a genius would swallow a sonic blaster gun.

Oh, I’ve been there. Yeah, I am gonna go drive my Porsche. (Starts to leave.)

Joey, you know you don’t actually have one.

Come on! What are you doing?! I’m in character! Would you talk to her! (Storms out.)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Monica directly challenged Joey's claim about his Porsche, and Joey's subsequent frustrated outburst and dramatic exit were a direct response to her, leaving her in a position to comment on his behavior.


Phoebe, it’s okay. I like living with Joey.

Are you sure?

Oh please, I hate packing, it’s closer to work, and we do have fun. Although, I’m really gonna miss living with you.

Oh me too.

I know. (They hug.) Oh-oh, wait did you hear that-hear that? Listen, I’m gettin’ something from your grandmother, she said that since you get to keep the one bedroom apartment you should give Rachel the purple chair?

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as Rachel is delivering a message from Phoebe's grandmother directly to her, and Phoebe's role is to listen to the "reading" being performed by Rachel.


Not yet, no. (Drops his hand and moves back.)

Hey man, how did the audition go?

Explanation: Phoebe is a BYSTANDER; Chandler's question "Hey man, how did the audition go?" is clearly directed to a male participant and not to her.


Well uh, it's just that uh, y'know if-if you're gonna be wearing someone's sweatshirt shouldn't it be your boyfriends--and I’m not him.

I'm sorry, I'll give it back to you.

No-no! No! I mean it's gonna be all smelling like Monica!

Are you saying I smell bad?

No! No, you smell like a meadow. (Pause.) I'm sorry. (Runs to the bathroom.)

What's with him?

Explanation: Joey is a BYSTANDER because Monica's question "What's with him?" is directed to others present in the room, not to Joey who has just run off to the bathroom.


This is so cool!

, you must be very proud!

Chandler, she doesn't understand a word of English.

chandler was addressed by joey and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Joey directly addressed him by name and responded to his previous utterance, prompting a reply.


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!

Ok, thank you. And I promise you I will not forget this one. (he starts writing on his hand) Mandy.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Joey's final remark, followed by his action of writing 'Mandy' on his hand, serves as a concluding statement to himself after thanking Rachel, not a prompt for her to speak further.


The thing is y'know, that you're married to Emily.

Ross, things aren't gonna be weird between us, right? I mean was that just the stupidest thing, me telling you that?

No. No. No, I'm-I'm glad you did. Look, if nothing else, it's-it's always great when someone tells you they love you.

That's what I said! Thank you for being so nice. (They hug.)

Okay, let's go!

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Ross's "Okay, let's go!" serves as a concluding statement to their emotional exchange and a transition to a new activity, not a direct prompt for Rachel to respond.


Look at that! Look at that! They’re going into the first class lounge! Do you know what they have in there?

Me neither! We have to get in! (She runs through the door with Chandler in tow.)

Just act like you belong.

Oh my God! Oranges!

Shh! (To the guy behind the counter) Nice to see you again. (They tries to walk past him.)

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Chandler has just shushed her and is now directly addressing the counter attendant, making it Chandler's turn to manage their entry.


OK honey, you're dating Ross.

Russ is Ross. Russ... Ross!

[to Russ] For your information, it's a card sharp, not a card shark.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Although Phoebe was just speaking, Ross's most recent utterance is a direct correction to Russ, shifting the conversational focus away from Phoebe.


(entering) Ross! How could you do that to an old man?!

(looking at the table) Excuse me ladies. (To Phoebe) I’m sorry?

My massage client, Arthur? His daughter called and said that some guy that worked for me gave him a really weird massage this afternoon.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Ross was directly accused by Phoebe and asked for clarification, making him the central figure in Phoebe's explanation about her client.


Hi, I’m Chandler. Your live-in boy

Chandler, please, come on. Look at him. (Pointing to a picture of Ralph on a magazine,.)

chandler was addressed by monica and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Monica directly addressed him and made a comment, inviting his reaction to the picture.


It’s my new apothecary table!

Ross! Phoebe’s gonna be here any second, she cannot see this!

Why did you do that?

I know! I know, she says it’s all mass-produced, nothing is authentic, and everyone winds up having the same stuff. (Ross looks at his table.) So come on, she’s gonna be here any second! Can we please just cover this up with something?! Please?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as Rachel just made an urgent, direct request to him to cover his table, and a moment of silence allows for processing the plea or initiating the requested action.


All right. Uhh, international.

Oh that's mine too! (Grabs it and Ross looks at him.) I'm Italian!

Well, I guess I can check out those apartment listings, even though there's never anything in here.

(looks) Oh yeah! You're—hey, you're right! Here's an affordable place, (reading ad) two bedroom, close to work, ooh, it's available in five weeks!

Explanation: Joey is a BYSTANDER as Ross is currently focused on reading details from an apartment listing aloud, not directly addressing Joey or soliciting his input on the apartment.


(entering) What's going on?

Nothing! Oh God, we're just so excited that you want to get this apartment!

Explanation: Phoebe is a BYSTANDER as Rachel is directly responding to Ross's question and expressing excitement to him about the apartment, not involving Phoebe in the current exchange.


What about your massage client?

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

Explanation: Joey is a BYSTANDER, as the preceding exchange is between Monica and Phoebe about Phoebe's massage client, and Joey was not directly addressed, but he is interjecting a comment related to.


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

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

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Joey's humorous, self-pitying remark "I can't believe you're not picking me" is a closing statement on his part regarding the hypothetical scenario and does not directly invite a further response from Chandler.


Chandler, we still haven’t gotten an RSVP from your dad.

Oh! Right. Umm, maybe that’s because I didn’t send him an invitation.

Chandler! He’s your father; he should be at the wedding.

I don’t even know the man. Okay? We’re not the close. I haven’t seen him in years.

Well what are you gonna do when he finds out he wasn’t even asked?!

Well he doesn’t have to know! It’s not like we run in the same circles. I hang out with you guys, and he stars in a drag show in Vegas.

Trust me, you don’t want him there either. Okay? Nobody is gonna be staring at the bride when the father of the groom is wearing a back-less dress.

So what! As long as he’s not wearing a white dress and a veil I don’t care.

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT in a discussion with Monica, but Monica's definitive statement, "So what! As long as he’s not wearing a white dress and a veil I don’t care," is a strong declaration that dismisses Chandler's previous objection and does not directly prompt him for a response.


Hey, here's a thought, Ross. [reaches for the computer]

Don't touch the computer. Don't ever touch the computer.

Ross, listen. I got two words for you. Threesome.

ross was addressed by joey and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Joey directly addressed him and presented a specific, provocative idea ("Threesome") for his consideration, prompting a reaction.


So you can like, bite, and pull people’s hair and stuff?

Yeah, anything goes, except ah, eye gouging and fish hooking.

Explanation: BYSTANDER; Ross is directly responding to Monica's question about fighting rules, and Joey is not being addressed or part of their current exchange.


make a good point.

Yeah, they do seem to feel pretty bad.

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Monica's "Yeah, they do seem to feel pretty bad" directly responds to his previous statement, but her utterance is a concluding observation that doesn't solicit a further reply from him.


Ooh, I miss dating. Gettin’ all dressed up and going to a fancy  restaurant. I’m not gonna be able to do that for so long, and it’s so much fun!  I mean not that sitting at home worrying about giving birth to a sixteen pound baby is not  fun.

Why don’t I take you out?

What?! Joey, you don’t want to go on a date with a pregnant lady.

Yes I do! And we’re gonna go out, we’re gonna have a good time,  and take your mind off of childbirth and c-sections and-and giant baby heads stretching  out…

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Rachel is an active participant, but Joey is still actively making his case and elaborating on his offer to take her out, not yet yielding the floor.


Because of the weekend, we had a fight.

Chandler that's crazy! If you give up every time you'd have a fight with someone you'd never be with anyone longer than—Ohhh! (They both realize something there.)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Monica directly addressed Chandler and responded to his statement about having a fight, then had a realization that invites his further comment or reaction.


a decent place to…

does not count! Okay? Come on help me move this.

Joey, it’s just a chair! What’s the big deal?

The big deal is that it is the exact equal distance from the bathroom to the kitchen and it’s at the perfect angle so you don’t get any glare coming of off Stevie.

Stevie the TV?

(glaring at her) Is there a problem?

No! (Joey sets his beer and bag of chips down and heads into his room.) Oh what does he know! Come on Rosita, us chichas got to stick together! (She tries pulling on the back of the chair, until the hinge breaks and the back falls off.) You bitch!

Explanation: Joey was an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT in the prior exchange, but he physically left the room after Rachel's "No!", and Rachel's subsequent exclamations and comments are not addressed to him for a response.


Ohhh. I thought it was like Long Island.

(he catches the ball and pauses, staring at Joey in disbelief) Also an island.

Hey, what time is it?

Wow! You realize that we've been throwing this ball, without dropping it, for like an hour?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Joey's recent observation about their shared activity is directed at Ross, inviting a response or acknowledgment from him as the other participant in the ongoing exchange.


Are you sure?

Yes! (Pause) No! (Pause) Google!

Oh my God! Congratulations Ross, because Chandler, you’ve been Bamboozled!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Joey directly addressed Chandler, informing him he's been "Bamboozled" in response to Chandler's previous statements about being sure.


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, continuing their private exchange that does not involve Joey.


No, just give me another minute.

Look Ross, if you don't know them by now, you will never know them, okay? That is the beauty of this game. It makes you want to kill yourself.

This-this is crazy! I can do this! All right, uhh, I bet I can get all 50 before dinner.

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, having just offered commentary and advice to Ross about the game, making Ross's subsequent declaration about his ability to continue a direct prompt for Chandler to respond.


(entering) Joey?! Oh my God, Rachel!

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

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

Oh! What a great way to earn some extra pocket money.

monica did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Rachel's last utterance is a general, lighthearted comment about Monica earning money, not a direct question or prompt for Monica to continue speaking.


You just stay here! (Dumps a jar of bath salts in the bathtub)

Oh, hey, Monica, I brought back your iron.

Oh, you had that?

I thought I lost it. I got a new one, like, a month ago.

Oh, just as well, I broke this one.

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Phoebe just delivered a statement about breaking the iron, which doesn't directly prompt an immediate verbal response from Monica and allows Phoebe to potentially elaborate.


Yeah, Monica's settin' me up.

But uh, uh, what about uh, Ross and uh. . .?

Oh, Monica, I figured I'd come by tomorrow morning and pick up Fluffy's old cat toy, OK?

Explanation: Joey is a BYSTANDER as Ross has initiated a new exchange directly with Monica about picking up a cat toy, effectively shifting the topic away from Joey's previous question and not addressing him.


Nothing, I just like to go like this. (Does it again.)

(entering from the bathrooms) Hey Chandler, what are you doing tonight?

Uh why, do you have a lecture?

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as he initiated the exchange with Chandler, who then asked Ross a direct follow-up question ("Uh why, do you have a lecture?").


Wow! I can’t believe you lied to me.

Okay, I can fix this! Okay Monica, Rachel thinks all you can talk about is the wedding. (Rachel glares at her.)

phoebe addressed monica, not rachel (ground truth)

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Phoebe is directly addressing Monica to explain Rachel's feelings, making Monica the primary recipient of this specific turn.


Look I want you, now.

That's Great. You know we don't need to talk about this now. Really, I mean this is, is so way, way, way, in the future, I'm talkin' hovercrafts and apes taking over the planet.

Explanation: Joey is a BYSTANDER, but Monica's exaggerated and humorous statement about "hovercrafts and apes taking over the planet" creates an opening for anyone present to interject with a comment or joke, inviting a general group response rather than a direct reply to Richard.


(entering) Phoebe? (Phoebe comes back into the living room) Oh, Phoebe, I'm so sorry. Have you been here long?

(saddened) It's okay. What the hell took you so long?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Phoebe directly asked Monica "What the hell took you so long?", which is a question requiring Monica to respond.


(entering) Hey, you guys. Listen, I’m sorry that I was hogging the  game before—(Sees the top ten list)—Oh my God! Your friends have some  unfortunate initials!

Oh my God Phoebe, you’re on fire!

I can’t!! I can’t!! (She dies.) Noooooooo!!!!!!! You son of a  bitch!!!!!

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Phoebe's most recent utterance is a self-directed emotional outburst of frustration and defeat, not an address or a prompt for Monica to respond.


Oh my God Phoebe, this is impossible! We can’t do this by Friday! We have to find a place. We have to invite people! We have to get food! There’s just too much to do! It’s impossible! We can’t do it! We cannot do it! We cannot do it!

(grabs and shakes Rachel) Just calm down woman!

Phoebe, I already, I already did.

Oh okay. All right, then I need to calm down a little.

Okay. Okay. (They sit down.) I think we can do this if we just get organized. All right? We have two days to plan this party. We just need to make fast decisions! Okay? All right, where are we gonna have it?

Uh, here. What time?

rachel did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT in the party planning, and Phoebe just answered Rachel's question about the location while immediately posing a new question about the time, which Rachel needs to consider.


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

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

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because she is part of the group listening to Ross's personal desire to be married again and Chandler's subsequent comment, making it an open discussion for her to contribute to.


(taps chandler on the arm) You can go.

Really? You're gonna be okay?

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because she initiated the interaction with Chandler, who then directly addressed her with a question about her well-being, requiring a response.


From a bullet!

I know it doesn't make much sense…

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Chandler is an active participant, but Joey's most recent utterance, "I know it doesn't make much sense…", is a self-aware statement acknowledging a lack of sense rather than a direct prompt for Chandler to speak further.


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?

rachel was addressed by phoebe and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as Phoebe is directly instructing her in an imagination exercise and then prompts her for a reaction with "Hah?" after describing a negative outcome.


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

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

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Phoebe's statement about Scott and lunch is an announcement of personal news, not a direct question or prompt for Joey to respond.


Almost cried huh? Hear that Chandler? Almost cried!

Hey! So are you enjoying the bike?

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as Chandler just directly addressed him with a question about the bike, but a brief silence may occur as Joey processes the topic shift from his previous teasing to Chandler's new.


and that you flirted with every guy in the Tri-State area!

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

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

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Chandler's last statement directly responds to her previous point about a double standard, inviting her to continue the argument.


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: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Joey's triumphant declaration "It worked! I scared ya, I knew it! Ha-ha!" is a self-contained statement celebrating his success in getting a reaction, which does not require a verbal response from her.


Phoebe, what are you doing?

Maybe nobody's tried this.

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

Yeah, but did you see the dents in his knuckles? That means he's artistic.

Okay, he's a lawyer, who teaches sculpting on the side. And- he can dance!

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Monica's last statement is an elaboration on their shared speculation about the sleeping person, not a direct question or turn-yielding cue for Phoebe to respond immediately.


Dr. Burke? I don't think so. I mean, like, he's a grown up.

So. You two are totally into each other.

Phoebe, he's a friend of my parents. He's like 20 years older than me.

OK, so what, you're just never gonna see him again?

Not never. I mean, I'm gonna see him tomorrow at my eye appointment.

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Monica's last utterance directly responds to Phoebe's previous question and provides new information about seeing Dr.


When they see this you'll be 52!

And starting to think about settling down!

Hey Joey, will you please set this up for people to put Emma's presents    on?

rachel addressed joey, not ross (ground truth)

Explanation: Ross is a BYSTANDER because Rachel's most recent utterance is a direct request specifically to Joey, shifting the conversation's focus away from the previous exchange.


Ahh, the babies miss me?

What? You ordered pizza without me?!

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

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

phoebe did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Joey's question "Wait, well, where did you get it from?!" is directed at the group who ordered the pizza, allowing another member.


Oh really? She said she wants to go away with you?

No-no-no-no-no! It’s a surprise, but it’s gonna be tricky thought because she said she was gonna be pretty busy at work for a while.

Jo-Joey, look honey we-we need to talk okay? Umm, I kinda got the feeling from her today that uh, she’s not lookin’ for a serious relationship.

rachel addressed joey, not phoebe (ground truth)

Explanation: BYSTANDER; Rachel is directly addressing Joey with serious news about his relationship, making Joey the primary recipient of the information.


Monica... [He re-enters the bedroom and Monica jumps on the bed, trying to cover it.] Hey Mon, I have a question. Is Leroy the baddest man in the whole damn town or the fattest man in the whole damn town?

Baddest. Otherwise the song would be Fat Fat Leroy Brown.

What're you doing?

Just waiting for you sweetie.

Are you remaking the bed?

I'm sorry, I'm sorry. You know what, the way you did it was just fine.

Then, you're redoing it because...

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Richard's utterance "Then, you're redoing it because..." is an incomplete thought, indicating he intends to continue speaking and she should allow him to finish.


Oh! So you're driving up to Connecticut?

Hey, maybe I'll drive you up there! I'd like to buy some tickets myself!

chandler did not speak next (ground truth)

Explanation: BYSTANDER. Monica's offer to drive someone to Connecticut and her personal interest in buying tickets is directed at another participant in the conversation, not Chandler, leaving no conversational opening for him.


Oh my God! How long has she been crying?

About a week and a half.

Well alright, looks like you guys have got it under control so I’m just gonna go. (She gets up and Rachel looks at her, upset, and Monica just stares.) No! Really? Misery really does love company. All right! (She sits back down.)

phoebe addressed rachel, not monica (ground truth)

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Phoebe's final statement is a reaction to Rachel's upset look and a self-declaration that she will stay, not a direct address or prompt for Monica to speak.


Joey was in a porno movie.

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: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Joey is providing a detailed, defensive explanation directly in response to Chandler's previous statement, and his current utterance does not directly prompt Chandler for an immediate reply.


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

How hot do I look in this, huh?!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Ross directly asks the group for an opinion on his appearance, inviting a response from anyone present, including Chandler.


We have a half hour.

Relax Ross, we'll be ready. It only takes us two minutes to get dressed.

Well, you know, I'd feel a whole lot better if you got dressed now.

'Cause, I'm a stupid, stupid man.

Hey, Ross, want some cider?

No. (to Rachel) So, um, let's see your pretty close, huh. Make-up's on, hair's done.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Ross has just rejected Joey's offer and immediately shifted his attention to Rachel, initiating a new exchange with her that does not involve Joey.


What about your massage client?

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

Okay, if Ross and Rachel ask, I've been here the whole time. THE WHOLE    TIME!

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

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Ross just directly addressed him, calling out his attempt to deceive Ross and Rachel, which puts Joey in a position where silence is a natural reaction to being caught.


He just said, "No strippers."

Oh, I chose not to hear that.

Look what I got! Look what I got! Look what I got! (She shows Rachel what she bought. She bought a little leather jacket and a little cowboy outfit for the babies.) Can you believe they make these for little people?

rachel was addressed by monica and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Monica directly addressed Rachel, showed her the baby clothes, and asked her a question, expecting a response.


first! Now let’s take a look at… (Phoebe rushes in.)

I need to talk to you, it’s pretty urgent. It’s about Monica and Chandler.

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Phoebe just rushed in and made an urgent statement about Monica and Chandler, directly addressing "you" (Ross) and creating an immediate opening for him to respond.


And that would have made the official party line. (Joey nods) Monica   and I are having a little financial trouble.

Yeah, I know.

What? What do you mean you know?

Err... I just figured it out! You know, I mean you're not working and   the economy is bad.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Chandler is an active participant, and Joey has just finished explaining how he figured out Chandler's financial situation, directly responding to Chandler's previous question.


Yeah, two hours, a lifetime that’s the same.

(entering) Check it out! Check it out! When the babies wake up, they can meet Krog! (He holds up this Xena-like warrior action figure.)

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, and Chandler's enthusiastic announcement about Krog is directed at the room, inviting a reaction from anyone present, including her.


No. Ross, it, it just seems that y'know it’s time we-we y'know, move on. I mean, I mean don’t’ you think?

Yes, I do.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, and Ross just directly answered her question, effectively concluding the immediate exchange.


How do Monica and Phoebe know?

They’re not even touching the lasagna!

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Phoebe's most recent utterance "They’re not even touching the lasagna!" is a general observation to the room rather than a direct answer to Chandler's previous question, indicating a shift in conversational focus.


Chandler, aren’t you worried about what to get Monica for Christmas?

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

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

If I help, we can find ‘em faster!

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Chandler's abrupt topic shift with an offer to help find something faster is not a direct response to her previous questions about Monica's Christmas presents, making it unclear if he expects her to respond.


Look Julio, someone left their book here.

Ah actually, that is mine.

Oh yeah, what are you reading?

Flowers of Evil, by Beaudalire. Have you read it?

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, and Julio just directly asked her a question about the book, making her the addressee and requiring a response.


Yeah, I’ll get right on that.

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

No Rach! Come on! No-no! Yeah, I’m sure we won’t get arrested for this.

(sexily) Hi officer, was I going a little too fast?

Oh my God.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Ross's "Oh my God" is an exasperated reaction to Rachel's previous provocative comment, not a direct prompt for her to continue speaking immediately.


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

Wow, uh, Joey that's-that's great. Thanks man.

That's it? You're-you're gonna let me do this?! This-this is my career we're talking about here!

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Joey's emotional outburst and rhetorical questions, challenging Ross's acceptance of his decision and highlighting the stakes for his career, are directed at Ross, but Ross may be processing the.


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

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

You talked to her?

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

Well, okay, what-what did she say?

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Ross just directly asked her what Emily said, requiring her to respond to his question about the erased message.


So where you gettin' it?

I think on my shoulder. [Ross enters]

What? What's on your shoulder?

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Phoebe should speak because Ross's question "What? What's on your shoulder?" is a direct follow-up to her previous utterance and is implicitly addressed to her.


He had sex with Mr. Girabaldi!

Does it matter?!

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, and Chandler's "Does it matter?!" is a general question directed to the group, inviting a response or comment from anyone present.


All right, there's some pizza at my place, we can all eat with one hand right? Are you with me?

All right! Let's go! (Runs to the door.) Let's go Team Monica! (The guys all stop and stare at her) All right, we can work out the name later.

Rachel! What is your cat doing in one of my bowls!

It's not! I'm defrosting a chicken. (Pause) Oh, I uh sold Mrs. Whiskerson.

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Rachel's last statement, "Oh, I uh sold Mrs.


Yes it's true.

Okay, but if it only happened that one time, how come we found your underwear in our apartment the other day?

Explanation: Joey is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Rachel's question about Monica's underwear and an event that "only happened that one time" likely implicates Joey, making him relevant to the ongoing discussion.


Chandler, I said I was sorry.

this stupid day! And everything about it! I'll see you later.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Monica should speak because Chandler's angry outburst and abrupt departure with "I'll see you later" directly follow her apology, prompting a potential response to his anger or the end of the interaction.


...So a bird just grabbed it, and then tried to fly away with it and, and then just dropped it on the street?

(lying) Yes, but if it’s any consolation, before the bird dropped it, he seemed to enjoy it.

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT in the group discussion about Rachel's bird story, and Chandler's recent humorous interjection invites a reaction or further comment from anyone present.


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

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

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Phoebe should speak because Rachel's humorous interjection about "measurements" creates an opening for another participant to contribute to the ongoing group discussion.


So do you think uh, Joey’s more charming than me?

Yeah! That’s why I’m sleeping with him on the side.

Phoebe, stop writing about us!

phoebe was addressed by monica and spoke (ground truth)

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because Monica directly addressed her with a command to stop writing about them, which prompts a response.


What are these, like famous chickens?

Hey, sorry I'm late. Congratulations, Mon. (to Ross) I'm not sorry I'm late.How incredible was my afternoon with Jade?

Well, pretty incredible according to the message she left you on my machine. Hey,Chandler, why is this woman leaving a message for you on my machine?

ross addressed chandler, not joey (ground truth)

Explanation: Joey is a BYSTANDER; Ross is directly questioning Chandler about a message left on his machine, a topic that does not involve Joey.


Oh my God, ice just got in my eye!

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

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Chandler is an active participant as he is present during Monica's exclamation and Rachel's general complaint about the noise, which implicitly includes anyone contributing to the disturbance.


Lewis Posin! He was my best friend in fifth grade, and-and then one day I asked him to be my boyfriend and he said no. Do you know why?

Because you kept talking to him while he was trying to go to the bathroom?!

No! But because he thought I was to faaaaa…. (Chandler emerges, without flushing by the way.) And every time I think about it, it makes me feel as bad as I did in fifth grade! Y’know, I-I really think that you should apologize to Julie.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Chandler is an active participant, having previously interjected into Monica's story, and Monica just made a direct observation about him ("without flushing by the way") which makes him the immediate focus of the conversation.


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.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, Rachel's most recent utterance directly addresses Joey's previous points about finding space for the baby and continues to explain the broader implications of having a baby, inviting his further response.


Neat. I'm gonna die alone.

Chandler, you're not gonna die alone.

Janice was my safety net, ok? And now I have to get a snake.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Monica is an active participant, but Chandler's last utterance is a personal lament about Janice being his "safety net" and his future, not a direct address or question prompting her for an immediate reply.


Because I promised Mindy I would.

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

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

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT because she previously engaged Rachel directly about her promises, and Rachel's latest utterance is a justification addressed to the group, continuing the discussion.


What an interesting approach to guitar instruction. Y'know some might find it amusing, I myself find it regular.

Hey everybody, Rachel was so good today. She didn't gossip at all.

I didn’t! Even when I found out…umm, all right, well let's just say I found something out something about someone and let's just say she's gonna keep it. (Goes into her room.)

Explanation: Phoebe is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as she initiated the topic about Rachel's lack of gossip, and Rachel's subsequent cryptic statement and exit create a clear opportunity for Phoebe to react or inquire further.


(writing) Monica, there are no words… (To Joey and Ross) There are no words! This should not be this hard!

All right, uh… (To Ross) Oh hey, you’ve done this before Ross, well what did you say when you made up your vows?

Explanation: BYSTANDER; Joey directly asked Ross for advice on making up vows, shifting the conversation to an exchange between them that does not involve Chandler.


Okay, you look in the kitchen, I will look in the back closet.

I can save you time ladies, I’m right here.

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

Oh well, that makes it not terrible.

No, yeah, we never find them! She’s always best at us that wily minx.

Explanation: BYSTANDER, as Phoebe explicitly told Chandler to leave because the matter didn't concern him, and her most recent utterance continues the search topic with Rachel, not addressing Chandler.


Look Julio, someone left their book here.

Ah actually, that is mine.

Oh yeah, what are you reading?

Flowers of Evil, by Beaudalire. Have you read it?

Have I read it? (pause) No, are you enjoying it?

Explanation: Julio is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as Monica has just responded to his previous question and then directly asked him "are you enjoying it?".


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

Awww! Mel Torme died.

Joey, that paper’s like a year old!

monica addressed joey, not chandler (ground truth)

Explanation: Chandler is a BYSTANDER as Monica just directly addressed Joey about the old newspaper, continuing an exchange that doesn't involve Chandler.


(Doesn't believe what she's hearing) Was your cabin    pressurised?

(laughs, but then moves to Phoebe) And don't get    me started on the way that people from Tulsa talk.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Chandler has shifted his address from the previous exchange to Phoebe with a new topic about people from Tulsa, indicating Monica is no longer the direct addressee.


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.

Monica, what are you talking about?

My Sweet Sixteen! Remember, you went to third base with my cousin Charlie.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Monica is currently providing a specific example to explain her previous accusation, and Rachel is waiting for Monica to elaborate further on this point.


Honey, we were at this beautiful place, and I-I-I just put our names down for fun! I mean, what’s the harm in that?

Chandler, please don’t think I was trying to pressure you. Phoebe and Rachel…

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as Monica directly addressed him, explaining her actions and reassuring him about not trying to pressure him.


Oh, I hate this. Everything's changing.

Yeah I know, we're losing Ross, Joey said hence…

No! But y'know, I'm an actor, I'll act cool.

Explanation: Chandler is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT as he was just speaking and was interrupted by Joey, who then finished explaining his position without directly prompting Chandler for a response.


Oh Monica, listen, I ah, I saw down at the hardware store, they got those designer tiles on sale. If you ever want to redo the bathroom floor.

Why, what’s wrong with my bathroom floor?

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

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

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

Explanation: Monica is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT; Joey's "Yeah" is a concluding affirmation of his observation about the tiles, following Monica's gasp, and does not require an immediate verbal response from her.


Wait a minute, look.

It's an empty apartment.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, and Ross's observation about the empty apartment invites a response or acknowledgment from her.


Gunther have you uh, have you seen Chandler?

No. No, I haven’t seen him.

He’s getting married tomorrow right?

Explanation: Ross is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, as Gunther just asked him a direct question about Chandler's wedding, requiring a response.


All right, we still have a minute and a half to go, and we’re down by two points. Two points.... (she gets interrupted by the guys, who are doing a slow-motion high five.) Phoebe you do a button-hook again. Rachel, you go long.

No! Come on! Don’t make me go long. Use me. They never cover me.

Honey, there’s a reason.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT: Rachel should speak because Monica's "Honey, there's a reason" is a direct, slightly critical response to Rachel's previous protest about not wanting to go long, inviting Rachel to defend herself or ask for clarification.


What a minute, I know that hat! I was taken aboard that hat! They did experiments on me! I can’t have children!!

Seriously, where did you get the hat?

Ross gave it to me.

Yeah, I think she looks good.

Well excuse me, my fashion-impaired friends, I am here to tell you that hats are back.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, Chandler should stay silent because Rachel just made a declarative statement to the group defending her hat choice, which does not directly prompt a response from him.


Oh, no-no-no-no-no-no, that's OK, I don't need them. I'm going for fours.

Alright, here we go. We've got salmon roulettes and assorted crudites.

Explanation: Rachel is an ACTIVE PARTICIPANT, but Monica's general announcement about the food being served is not directed at Rachel and does not require a specific response from her.


Me too, we should get goin'.

No, no, I mean, no, c'mon you guys, I mean, c'mon look it's only eleven thirty. Let's just talk, we never just hang out and talk anymore.

Explanation: ACTIVE PARTICIPANT. Rachel is making a general appeal to "you guys" to stay and talk, directly countering Joey's previous suggestion to leave, but not specifically asking Joey for an immediate response.