as in to dismiss
to express scornfully one's low opinion of
a company that prefers to talk up its own products rather than talk down those of its competitors
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Recent Examples of talk down
He was talked down and arrested about 4:15 a.m., Rulon said.
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Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 3 Sep. 2024
Take advantage of the extra eloquence to talk down any obstacles that may be hindering your path.
—Jennifer Culp, Them, 6 Sep. 2024
Some of her parts came out in full flashback mode, feeling absolutely terrified, and had to be talked down.
—Rebecca J. Lester, Scientific American, 1 June 2023
Schurmann, in tandem with his talented crafts team, showcases plenty of visual dexterity — a delightful discovery since family-friendly films of this ilk so often talk down to their audience.
—Courtney Howard, Variety, 16 Aug. 2024
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Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 3 Sep. 2024
Take advantage of the extra eloquence to talk down any obstacles that may be hindering your path.
—Jennifer Culp, Them, 6 Sep. 2024
Some of her parts came out in full flashback mode, feeling absolutely terrified, and had to be talked down.
—Rebecca J. Lester, Scientific American, 1 June 2023
Schurmann, in tandem with his talented crafts team, showcases plenty of visual dexterity — a delightful discovery since family-friendly films of this ilk so often talk down to their audience.
—Courtney Howard, Variety, 16 Aug. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for talk down
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The case was previously scheduled to go to trial in August 2025, but is now expected to be dismissed.Jennifer Zhan, Vulture, 14 Dec. 2024
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The manslaughter charged, which carried a maximum 15-year sentence, was dismissed.Lalee Ibssa, ABC News, 13 Dec. 2024
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By emphasizing the organization’s commitment to mutual respect and shared goals, HR leaders can minimize disruptions while maximizing team effectiveness. 4.Melanie Hughes, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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Through the park search, the NYPD has taken steps to minimize disruption to visitors, leading to an odd juxtaposition of joggers, tourists and an active crime scene.Cedar Attanasio and Michael R. Sisak, Los Angeles Times, 9 Dec. 2024
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Climate change exacerbates the threats with rising temperatures disrupting migration patterns and diminishing the availability of milkweed, the monarch caterpillar's essential food source.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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Helping to model that behavior and normalizing outreach for support is a great way to diminish the stigma.Subha Barry, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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The teaser ends on a cryptic note, showing an unknown bloodied woman (played by series newcomer Hilary Swank), running down the side of the road from an unseen threat.Abby Monteil, Them, 9 Dec. 2024
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With cum still in his mouth, Lee pulls himself back up and kisses Allerton deeply before wiping away the remnants of semen running down his chin.David Opie, IndieWire, 7 Dec. 2024
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After a Miami punt, the Packers went 12 plays down the field, and Josh Jacobs finished the job.Ryan Morik, Fox News, 29 Nov. 2024
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As speculation intensified that Trump might pick him as his running mate, Rubio sought to play down the tension from 2016, suggesting the heated tone simply reflected the intensity of a campaign.Zeke Miller, Chicago Tribune, 13 Nov. 2024
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“Talk down.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/talk%20down. Accessed 18 Dec. 2024.
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