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UK//ðæt wəz nɒt ðə ˈsɪgnəl//US//ðæt wəz nɑt ðə ˈsɪɡnəl//

Meaning of That was not the signal

An indication that suggests a specific action or response.

In simple words: A sign that tells you to do something.

That was not the signal in a sentence

  • When the light turned red, I realized that was not the signal to go.
  • The teacher said something ambiguous; that was not the signal for us to start the test.
  • In the movie, the character misinterprets a gesture, thinking that was not the signal to act.

How to use That was not the signal

This phrase is used when you want to indicate that something did not give a clear instruction or indication. It can be used in various contexts, such as communication or reactions.

Grammar pattern

standalone greeting

Memory hint

Think of a traffic light that didn’t change to green, so you didn’t get the signal to go.

Related words

Collocations with That was not the signal

  • send a signal
  • receive a signal
  • clear signal
  • mixed signal
  • non-verbal signal

Synonyms for That was not the signal

Common mistakes with That was not the signal

  • Confusing with 'That was not the sign', which is less specific.
  • Using in overly formal contexts where simpler phrases would be better.
  • Neglecting to specify what the signal was if implying context.

Compare That was not the signal with Indication, Cue, Hint, Message

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Frequently asked questions about That was not the signal

What does That was not the signal mean?

A sign that tells you to do something.

What is the definition of That was not the signal?

An indication that suggests a specific action or response.

How do you use That was not the signal in a sentence?

When the light turned red, I realized that was not the signal to go.

Can you give another example of That was not the signal?

The teacher said something ambiguous; that was not the signal for us to start the test.

What are synonyms for That was not the signal?

Common alternatives include indication, cue, hint, notification, message.

What words go with That was not the signal?

It commonly pairs with send a signal, receive a signal, clear signal, mixed signal, non-verbal signal.

What are common mistakes when using That was not the signal?

Confusing with 'That was not the sign', which is less specific. Using in overly formal contexts where simpler phrases would be better. Neglecting to specify what the signal was if implying context.

How do you pronounce That was not the signal?

US: //ðæt wəz nɑt ðə ˈsɪɡnəl//, UK: //ðæt wəz nɒt ðə ˈsɪgnəl//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use That was not the signal?

This phrase is used when you want to indicate that something did not give a clear instruction or indication. It can be used in various contexts, such as communication or reactions.