talking point

noun

: something that lends support to an argument
also : a subject of discussion

Examples of talking point in a Sentence

We have several talking points we need to cover. I have a list of talking points here that support my case.
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Even if Metcalf could have been at fault for the final play and offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb deserves blame for another pass-heavy game plan in a close contest, Smith will likely be the primary talking point in another season of mediocrity. Michael-Shawn Dugar, The Athletic, 23 Dec. 2024 Zoom out: On other issues, Cox amplified conservative talking points. Erin Alberty, Axios, 20 Dec. 2024 Yet the feeling among analysts remains that the new administration will be more permissive toward major transactions, even if regulators are more than willing to parrot some of the president’s bash-the-media talking points. Dominic Patten, Deadline, 18 Dec. 2024 When Hurricane Helene hit parts of North Carolina in September, misinformation spread rampantly — in large part because prominent Republicans were parroting inaccurate talking points. Mychael Schnell, The Hill, 17 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for talking point 

Word History

First Known Use

1862, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of talking point was in 1862

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“Talking point.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/talking%20point. Accessed 5 Jan. 2025.

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