In theatre, to turn or angle the body subtly toward the audience while appearing to face another actor.
When an actor secretly turns a little bit toward the audience so they can be seen better, even though they are supposed to be looking at another actor.
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In theatre or film, to turn one's body or face subtly toward the audience or camera without breaking the illusion of a scene.
"The director reminded the cast to cheat out whenever they delivered important lines."
To subtly 'cheat' (shift) one's position 'out' toward the front of the stage.
When an actor secretly turns a little bit toward the audience so they can be seen better, even though they are supposed to be looking at another actor.
Primarily a technical theatre and stage-direction term. Rarely used outside of performing arts contexts. Sometimes phrased as 'cheat out to the audience.'
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