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as in to promote
to provide publicity for
the director and actors are making the obligatory rounds of the late-night shows to talk up their new movie
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as in to speak up
to voice one's opinions freely with force
feel free to talk up if you have any objections
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Recent Examples of talk up
The Kremlin is concerned about what is in store for Russia's economy, despite Vladimir Putin's efforts to talk up the country's growth amid high inflation, the Institute for the Study of War (ISW) has said.
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Jason Fields, Newsweek, 5 Dec. 2024
The studios team talks up the commitment to sustainability, access and training.
—Stewart Clarke, Deadline, 2 Dec. 2024
The company talked up the artificial intelligence features of its device, including photo editing tools.
—Arjun Kharpal, CNBC, 26 Nov. 2024
Desai also talked up the Indian government’s single-window portal for international productions seeking permits and location information across different states.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 24 Nov. 2024
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Jason Fields, Newsweek, 5 Dec. 2024
The studios team talks up the commitment to sustainability, access and training.
—Stewart Clarke, Deadline, 2 Dec. 2024
The company talked up the artificial intelligence features of its device, including photo editing tools.
—Arjun Kharpal, CNBC, 26 Nov. 2024
Desai also talked up the Indian government’s single-window portal for international productions seeking permits and location information across different states.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 24 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for talk up
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Involving users in critical activities, such as the selection and design phases, promotes a sense of ownership and helps ensure that the system is tailored to meet their needs.Cory McNeley, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
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While some want to make America great by restricting immigration and promoting the American worker, others want to cut costs and increase efficiency no matter who does the work.Zachary Basu, Axios, 26 Dec. 2024
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The last time Mosley spoke up with the parks department dealt with a man named Tracey Peterson, who lives in Gary.Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 15 Dec. 2024
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Ireland will always speak up for human rights and international law.Reuters, USA TODAY, 15 Dec. 2024
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Today, the grocery chain Kroger sells nearly 3 million gallons of the drink each year.Nicholas Florko, The Atlantic, 24 Dec. 2024
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The Food and Drug Administration has classified a recall of eggs sold at Costco caused by potential salmonella contamination as the highest risk level for infection.James Powel, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
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Over the weekend, Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell of Kentucky, who had polio as a child, spoke out in defense of the polio vaccine after a recent report disclosed that one of Kennedy’s advisors filed a petition to revoke approval for the polio vaccine in 2022.Michelle L. Price and Adriana Gomez Licon, Los Angeles Times, 16 Dec. 2024
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On Friday night, President-elect Donald Trump spoke out in favor of shooting down the mysterious drones if necessary, while suggesting that the Biden administration was withholding information about the sightings.Raja Krishnamoorthi, Newsweek, 15 Dec. 2024
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There appeared to be some Mangione supporters present; one woman appeared to be crying during the hearing.Todd Karpovich, Baltimore Sun, 19 Dec. 2024
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Mostly, Coleman is there for whenever someone needs to talk — or cry — with a trusted confidant.Hannah Wiley, Los Angeles Times, 19 Dec. 2024
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Upon his return to the stage, Stevie shouted out Berry Gordy — in honor of his 95th birthday and of course, their storied relationship — as well as Mayor Karen Bass for her efforts to combat the homelessness crisis plaguing Los Angeles.Mya Abraham, VIBE.com, 16 Dec. 2024
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And shout out to @birdgangspirits spirits Philadelphia for throwing us some goodies to give away.Gil Macias, People.com, 16 Dec. 2024
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But then a little voice called financial reality piped up.Steven Zeitchik, The Hollywood Reporter, 10 Dec. 2024
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Sunny pipes up that there’s a more detailed family document available, a kaiseigen koseki, but only a blood relative of Masa can request it.Chris Klimek, Vulture, 24 July 2024
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Advertisement Frantic rescue efforts that began at flattened buildings after the quake hit early Tuesday afternoon continued 30 hours later, with dozens working in dust and heat with little water to seek those yelling for help inside.Charlotte Graham-McLay, Los Angeles Times, 18 Dec. 2024
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Travis yells mean things to Jimmy, Teeter arrives to start her new job, and Travis makes a horse turn in circles.Kathryn VanArendonk, Vulture, 16 Dec. 2024
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