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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
Hanna Arhirova, Chicago Tribune, 19 Feb. 2025
French President Emmanuel Macron convened an emergency meeting of primary European powers on Monday, a side-by-side frame with the U.S.-Russia talks in the Middle East.
—Shannon K. Kingston, ABC News, 19 Feb. 2025
Ryan Whitwam, Ars Technica, 19 Feb. 2025
Though the actors seemed to enjoy their night out together over Valentine's Day weekend, a source told People that Cruise and de Armas were strictly talking business.
—Matt Robison, Newsweek, 19 Feb. 2025
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Noun
Senior officials from both countries held talks Tuesday to discuss improving ties, negotiating an end to the war and potentially preparing a meeting between Trump and Putin after years of frosty relations.
—Hanna Arhirova, Chicago Tribune, 19 Feb. 2025
French President Emmanuel Macron convened an emergency meeting of primary European powers on Monday, a side-by-side frame with the U.S.-Russia talks in the Middle East.
—Shannon K. Kingston, ABC News, 19 Feb. 2025
Verb
The human scientist can even talk with the robot about the proposals in a chatbot interface.
—Ryan Whitwam, Ars Technica, 19 Feb. 2025
Though the actors seemed to enjoy their night out together over Valentine's Day weekend, a source told People that Cruise and de Armas were strictly talking business.
—Matt Robison, Newsweek, 19 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for talk
Noun
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The system processes natural speech and fields menu customizations.—
Aytekin Tank,
Forbes,
25 Feb. 2025
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In a floor speech later that day, Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, D-N.H., the ranking member on the Foreign Relations committee, said Ukraine still has bipartisan support.—
Francesca Chambers,
USA TODAY,
25 Feb. 2025
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Following Trump's conversation with Putin last week, Trump floated a potential meeting between U.S. and Russian officials in Saudi Arabia to kick off ceasefire discussions.—
Savannah Kuchar,
USA TODAY,
25 Feb. 2025
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Back in the olden days, all discussion surrounding individual players involved boxcar statistics (games, goals, assists, points) and the eye test.—
Allan Mitchell,
The Athletic,
24 Feb. 2025
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And so, Asher decided to ask her out on a date in a bold way, shooting his shot in a group chat where all their friends would see.—
Victoria Uwumarogie,
Essence,
20 Feb. 2025
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This is the case with Gemini, and your chats might even be reviewed by humans, in order to improve Gemini and its AI models.—
David Nield,
Popular Science,
20 Feb. 2025
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Entertainment gossip and news from Newsweek's network of contributors Justin Bieber's rep has shut down the rumors that the pop star is unwell.—
Matt Robison,
Newsweek,
25 Feb. 2025
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While Survivor is just one day away from the premiere of its 48th season (tune into CBS Wednesday, Feb. 26 at 8/7c for the two-hour premiere), casting rumors have long been swirling online for a season that hasn’t even filmed yet… rumors that involve famous country singer Dierks Bentley.—
Nick Caruso,
TVLine,
25 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Bill Burr recently spoke to The New York Times and shrugged off Ben Shapiro‘s criticism of him.—
Zack Sharf,
Variety,
27 Feb. 2025
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Majority Leader Mitch McConnell would be the last to speak before the vote.—
ABC NEWS,
ABC News,
27 Feb. 2025
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Known affectionately to friends and strangers alike as Ms. Pearl, folks come to converse with the beloved restaurant owner and sample her incredible Southern comfort cuisine.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
15 Feb. 2025
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His neighbors told deputies that Campbell forced his way into the home as the group was conversing about the gospel.—
Louis Casiano,
Fox News,
8 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Clark said there was talk about next season’s format, including seeding.—
Stephen Hawkins,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Feb. 2025
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Fussell said there is no longer a distinction between BBC Studios Drama Productions and the group’s labels.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
25 Feb. 2025
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But several national security agencies, including the FBI, and multiple other federal departments advised staffers not to respond to the email immediately, suggesting that the broader executive branch was not informed of nor prepared for the demand.—
Andrew Torgan,
CNN,
23 Feb. 2025
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Sources, speaking on the condition of anonymity, have said that the players have been informed of the decision.—
Jordan Campbell,
The Athletic,
23 Feb. 2025
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“Talk.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/talk. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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