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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
Andrew Solender, Axios, 14 Jan. 2025
As Kursk is likely to be a crucial part of ceasefire talks with President-elect , both sides will want to retain as much of the territory as possible prior to the commencement of peace negotiations.
—Maya Mehrara, Newsweek, 14 Jan. 2025
Michael Russo, The Athletic, 14 Jan. 2025
But only Allen, Tommy says, has ever talked to him about getting housing.
—Eric Adler, Kansas City Star, 13 Jan. 2025
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Zoom in: Separate from these talks, members of both caucuses also described an informal consensus that is emerging around not endorsing primary challengers against incumbent House Democrats.
—Andrew Solender, Axios, 14 Jan. 2025
As Kursk is likely to be a crucial part of ceasefire talks with President-elect , both sides will want to retain as much of the territory as possible prior to the commencement of peace negotiations.
—Maya Mehrara, Newsweek, 14 Jan. 2025
Verb
Foligno understands players can talk to the NHLPA and league about stiffer penalties.
—Michael Russo, The Athletic, 14 Jan. 2025
But only Allen, Tommy says, has ever talked to him about getting housing.
—Eric Adler, Kansas City Star, 13 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for talk
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President Biden postponed a speech in Joshua Tree due to the intense conditions.Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 8 Jan. 2025
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The losses came amid a broader technology selloff, despite Wall Street’s positive reaction to the speech that largely focused on Nvidia’s efforts in robotics.Danielle Chemtob, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
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During the discussion, she was asked if she's ever been confused for another celebrity.Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 8 Jan. 2025
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Together, these discussions highlight a singular truth: the construction industry is at a watershed moment.Angelica Krystle Donati, Forbes, 7 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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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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Bill Belichick hasn't even been the head coach of the University of North Carolina football program for a full month yet, and rumors are already swirling about a potential return to the .Noah Camras, Newsweek, 8 Jan. 2025
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Less than a year after marrying, rumors of the pair’s impending break-up emerged, spurred by speculation that Affleck had moved out of the couple’s home.Jodi Guglielmi, Rolling Stone, 7 Jan. 2025
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On Tuesday, the day before his attorneys filed their emergency appeal in the high court, Trump arranged to speak with Alito about one of his former clerks.David G. Savage, Los Angeles Times, 10 Jan. 2025
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Galle did not speak at his sentencing, instead choosing to have defense attorney Liz Parker read his statement for him.Angel Saunders, People.com, 10 Jan. 2025
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Footage of the rescue, shared by the HCSO, shows the moment the rescuers’ boats converged on the buoy and crews conversed with the survivors.Abigail Adams, People.com, 7 Jan. 2025
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Chesney will often be found helping with the residents’ free time, serving ice cream, and conversing with the residents.Gabrielle Chenault, The Tennessean, 20 Dec. 2024
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Through the first 10 months of 2024, the city’s hotels posted average daily rates of about $205, with a 75% occupancy rate — but January, industry veterans say, is usually one of the year’s slowest months.Christopher Reynolds, Los Angeles Times, 9 Jan. 2025
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On a monthly basis, PPI dipped by 0.1% compared to a 0.1% increase in November, as infrastructure and real estate projects were temporarily suspended during the off-season, the National Bureau of Statistics said, hurting demand for steel.Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 9 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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Netanyahu said his negotiating team informed him of the agreement.Jennifer Jett, NBC News, 17 Jan. 2025
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“Talk.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/talk. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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