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Subtext

usgb/ˈsʌbtekst/Volume
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Hidden MessagesPlay
Look for what's not being said directly but suggested or hinted at when identifying subtext. SlideShe said she was fine, but the subtext was her disappointment.
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Reading Between LinesPlay
When you read or hear something, consider the context and background to understand the subtext. SlideHis compliment had a subtext of sarcasm given their history.
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Not Just WordsPlay
Subtext can often be found in a character's actions, silences, or decisions, not just in dialogue. SlideHis abrupt departure added a subtext of anger to the scene.
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