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as in speech
a usually formal discourse delivered to an audience
the noted author's talk on the state of the modern novel
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as in discussion
an exchange of views for the purpose of exploring a subject or deciding an issue
what good will all this talk do when we need to take action now?
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as in chat
friendly, informal conversation or an instance of this
sat down by the fire and had a nice little talk about what was new in the village
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as in rumor
information or opinion that is widely disseminated without any authority or confirmation of accuracy
her wild behavior is exciting some lurid talk
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as in to speak
to give a formal often extended talk on a subject
the fire chief often talks at school assemblies about fire safety
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as in to chat
to engage in casual or rambling conversation
talked with our neighbor as we unloaded the groceries from the car
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as in to say
to express (a thought or emotion) in words
you're talking nonsense: take a minute and think about what you are trying to say, and then start speaking
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as in to inform
to give information (as to the authorities) about another's improper or unlawful activities
after being threatened, the eyewitness started talking at length about what he had seen in the alley
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as in to gossip
to relate sometimes questionable or secret information of a personal nature
you're a fine one to talk about your sister's marital problems when you have had plenty of your own
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Recent Examples of talk
Bobby Allyn, NPR, 25 Jan. 2025
But amazingly, the topic of the talk had no significant effect.
—Jason Richmond, Forbes, 15 Jan. 2025
Alissa Simon, Variety, 25 Jan. 2025
But in reading Alex Perry’s report in Outside Magazine, where Perry talks to those who knew Chau (in particular his father, Patrick), Lin gained a greater respect for the totality of the story.
—Mia Galuppo, The Hollywood Reporter, 25 Jan. 2025
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Other potential investors who are engaged in the talks include Microsoft.
—Bobby Allyn, NPR, 25 Jan. 2025
But amazingly, the topic of the talk had no significant effect.
—Jason Richmond, Forbes, 15 Jan. 2025
Verb
Popular on Variety Helmers Ewing and Grady focus on three 19-year-old students who appear quite vulnerable, yet are also open to talking on-camera.
—Alissa Simon, Variety, 25 Jan. 2025
But in reading Alex Perry’s report in Outside Magazine, where Perry talks to those who knew Chau (in particular his father, Patrick), Lin gained a greater respect for the totality of the story.
—Mia Galuppo, The Hollywood Reporter, 25 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for talk
Noun
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In his speech, the president invoked familiar themes from the campaign trail, including immigration and the economy, and repeated his attacks on the Justice Department and federal government.—
Kathryn Watson,
CBS News,
20 Jan. 2025
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News Peg Trump was inaugurated as the 47th president on Monday afternoon, and made the comment about Denali in his speech after taking the oath of office.—
Molly Bohannon,
Forbes,
20 Jan. 2025
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While McCourt made an official bid, Musk’s name was reportedly floated in discussions with the Chinese government, according to Bloomberg.—
Zoë Schiffer,
WIRED,
19 Jan. 2025
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The council did not discuss why this decision had been made, but a resident in the meeting raised concerns that Cobb had had multiple discussions with the defendants regarding the litigation.—
Rachel Royster,
Austin American-Statesman,
19 Jan. 2025
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Based on user chats, ChatGPT may also suggest tasks, although users will have the option to accept or decline them.—
Rishi Kant,
USA TODAY,
16 Jan. 2025
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Before practice on Wednesday morning, Maple Leafs coach Craig Berube pulled Max Domi aside for a chat.—
Joshua Kloke,
The Athletic,
16 Jan. 2025
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Brooke released a statement at the time of her dad's third wedding, choosing to give her side of the story amid rumors of the drama.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
20 Jan. 2025
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The rumor is that activist investors and the great Warren Buffet are circling the company.—
Jim Osman,
Forbes,
19 Jan. 2025
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About 18 people spoke at the meeting about Naperville’s electric utility and its contract with IMEA.—
Tess Kenny,
Chicago Tribune,
23 Jan. 2025
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If not, a designer can speak with you over video conference.—
Laura Fenton,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 Jan. 2025
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So did her husband, former President Barack Obama, who could be seen conversing, smiling and laughing with Trump, his White House successor, for several minutes before the start of Carter's funeral.—
Phillip M. Bailey,
USA TODAY,
9 Jan. 2025
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At an apparel level, the two do habitually converse—Coco Chanel launched her business making tennis dresses, and today’s athleisure has antecedents in Claire McCardell’s bodysuits and Y2K-era Prada Sport.—
Maya Singer,
Vogue,
8 Jan. 2025
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Trump has said there is a national emergency at the southern border, which was a central part of his campaign message, and is implementing several executive orders related to immigration and border security on his first day in office.—
Brad Dress,
The Hill,
21 Jan. 2025
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There are discussions in the locker room and words said in public.—
Zak Garner-Purkis,
Forbes,
20 Jan. 2025
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Morningstar informs us that the SPDR Bloomberg High Yield fund has averaged a total return (coupons plus price changes) of 5.1% a year, three points better than the return on the Vanguard all-purpose fund that owns only higher quality debt.—
William Baldwin,
Forbes,
18 Jan. 2025
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The prime minister’s office said that the families of hostages had been informed of the agreement and that the government authority responsible for the hostages had been instructed to prepare for their return to Israel.—
Natasha Frost,
New York Times,
17 Jan. 2025
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“Talk.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/talk. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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