cross talk
noun
1
: unwanted signals in a communication channel (as in a telephone, radio, or computer) caused by transference of energy from another circuit (as by leakage or coupling)
2
a
: conversation that does not relate to the main topic being discussed
b
: conversation or repartee engaged in for an audience
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This activates a lot of cross talk and arguing, and finally, Whitney apologizes to Lisa.
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Sarah Hagi, Vulture, 25 Sep. 2024
Some of Harris’ most memorable moments in previous debates and in Senate hearings have come during cross talk.
—Hadas Gold, CNN, 10 Sep. 2024
Their 2020 debates were historic for the putdowns, cross talk and apparent enmity.
—The Arizona Republic, 27 June 2024
With every additional pathway, the odds of metabolism-disrupting cross talk get higher.
—WIRED, 30 Oct. 2023
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Sarah Hagi, Vulture, 25 Sep. 2024
Some of Harris’ most memorable moments in previous debates and in Senate hearings have come during cross talk.
—Hadas Gold, CNN, 10 Sep. 2024
Their 2020 debates were historic for the putdowns, cross talk and apparent enmity.
—The Arizona Republic, 27 June 2024
With every additional pathway, the odds of metabolism-disrupting cross talk get higher.
—WIRED, 30 Oct. 2023
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“Cross talk.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cross%20talk. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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