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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
Nicholas Creel, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 Apr. 2025
According to Italian news outlet Tuttosport, talks are at an advanced stage for Jeep to once again step forward with a new offer that will also include financial support from Visit Detroit, an organisation that promotes tourism in the US city.
—Adam Digby, Forbes.com, 20 Apr. 2025
Matthew Fairburn, New York Times, 19 Apr. 2025
This involves talking to your child's pediatrician about allergy management techniques.
—Health Editorial Team, Health, 18 Apr. 2025
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Noun
No new announcements have been made on talks concerning a broader ceasefire.
—Nicholas Creel, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 Apr. 2025
According to Italian news outlet Tuttosport, talks are at an advanced stage for Jeep to once again step forward with a new offer that will also include financial support from Visit Detroit, an organisation that promotes tourism in the US city.
—Adam Digby, Forbes.com, 20 Apr. 2025
Verb
Josh Norris, Bowen Byram and JJ Peterka are among those scheduled to talk to reporters.
—Matthew Fairburn, New York Times, 19 Apr. 2025
This involves talking to your child's pediatrician about allergy management techniques.
—Health Editorial Team, Health, 18 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for talk
Noun
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After Michelle Wolf's controversial monologue in 2018 received mixed reviews from critics, the WHCA chose historian Ron Chernow to present a speech the following year.—
Jay Stahl,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2025
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Blake Lively pays tribute to her mother, who survived an attack on her life before Lively was born, in a speech at the Time100 Gala in New York.—
J. Kim Murphy,
Variety,
25 Apr. 2025
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The LinkedIn algorithm rewards users who actively participate in discussions across the platform.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
25 Apr. 2025
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But, after a discussion with Barman, she was hooked on the concept.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Apr. 2025
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That chat is under review by the Pentagon Inspector General for the handling of sensitive information.—
Nicole Fallert,
USA Today,
23 Apr. 2025
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But the other chat group included people with no clear reason for receiving the sensitive information.—
Quil Lawrence,
NPR,
22 Apr. 2025
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Star Ja Morant Exits Thunder Game with Concerning Injury For more NBA news and rumors, stay tuned to Newsweek Sports.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 Apr. 2025
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The Hamden County District Attorney in Massachusetts on Thursday addressed rumors of a New England serial killer after authorities discovered a woman's body off a bike path in Springfield on Tuesday.—
Audrey Conklin,
FOXNews.com,
25 Apr. 2025
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This time, Mary looked famine-struck and spoke mostly in pained moans.—
Sarah Stillman,
New Yorker,
14 Apr. 2025
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Jeff Peterson took his place on the dais inside Spectrum Center, quickly settling in before speaking publicly for the first time since September.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
14 Apr. 2025
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For the literary elite of the 1920s and ‘30s, Manhattan’s Beekman neighborhood was the place to be, an elegant retreat where intellectuals and artists gathered to create and converse.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
3 Apr. 2025
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The song, featuring DJ Jazzy Jeff and B. Simone, starts with random voices conversing through rhyme.—
Andre Gee,
Rolling Stone,
28 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The constitutional provision prohibiting public funds from being used for sectarian purposes echoed language drafted by Native Americans, the historians and legal scholars said.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2025
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Base personnel contacted the Naval Criminal Investigative Service, which looked into the matter, said the official.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
27 Apr. 2025
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Its measurements of ocean salinity and temperatures inform Navy operations, according to the Council on Strategic Risks, a nonpartisan security policy institute in Washington.—
Abrahm Lustgarten,
ProPublica,
24 Apr. 2025
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Becky, having seen Darlene and Chad together at the bar, informs Ben about Chad.—
Randall Colburn,
EW.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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“Talk.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/talk. Accessed 29 Apr. 2025.
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