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After the first couple of scenes, trip awkwardly over lines (6)

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I believe the answer is:

script

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'lines' is the definition.
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(Other definitions for script that I've seen before include "Performance text" , "Form of writing" , "Printed text" , "Handwriting, play text" , "Hand" .)

I've seen this clue in the Sydney Morning Herald.
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