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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
Kyle Roderick, Forbes.com, 20 June 2025
On Friday, the VIX—Wall Street’s fear gauge—fell 7.9% after Thursday’s spike on war talk.
—Ian Mount, Fortune, 20 June 2025
Mario Cortegana, New York Times, 19 June 2025
In its unveiling, Google showcased cinematic-level video sequences, including a scene of an old man on a boat and another showing Pixar-like animals talking with one another.
—Zach Vallese, CNBC, 19 June 2025
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Noun
Highlights included a colorful talk with jewelry historian Amanda Triossi and Caroline Kranz, the Deputy Curator of the Cartier Collection.
—Kyle Roderick, Forbes.com, 20 June 2025
On Friday, the VIX—Wall Street’s fear gauge—fell 7.9% after Thursday’s spike on war talk.
—Ian Mount, Fortune, 20 June 2025
Verb
This would be repeated often during the match: in a stoppage for a blow to Federico Valverde to talk to Bellingham, in the breaks for hydration to help other players or with Tchouameni during the process of reviewing a penalty decision.
—Mario Cortegana, New York Times, 19 June 2025
In its unveiling, Google showcased cinematic-level video sequences, including a scene of an old man on a boat and another showing Pixar-like animals talking with one another.
—Zach Vallese, CNBC, 19 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for talk
Noun
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After the speech went viral, Springsteen released it as a track with a collection of recordings from that performance.—
John Scott Lewinski,
The Washington Examiner,
13 June 2025
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What kind of speech is protected by the First Amendment?—
Tiffani Jackson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
13 June 2025
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There has been some recent discussion about women needing more than eight hours during certain periods of their cycle, but this is yet to reach the mainstream.—
Morgan Fargo,
Vogue,
24 June 2025
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The fragile ceasefire and how to approach Iran and its nuclear ambitions moving forward are likely to be a subject of discussion among world leaders at the NATO summit.—
Alex Gangitano,
The Hill,
24 June 2025
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The investigation has since expanded to include Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s Signal group chat that included members of his family.—
Ross O'Keefe,
The Washington Examiner,
21 June 2025
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Look at your site search queries, your sales team scripts, your support chats.—
Lutz Finger,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2025
Noun
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Even Bowden published an article debunking the subscription rumor.—
Michael Muchmore,
PC Magazine,
13 June 2025
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The couple have reportedly distanced themselves, fueling rumors of a family rift.—
Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa,
FOXNews.com,
12 June 2025
Verb
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Trump keeps things brief Trump spoke at the conclusion of the parade on Saturday, keeping remarks short and framing the event as a celebration of the country’s military successes.—
Ellen Mitchell,
The Hill,
15 June 2025
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Rob Weissman, co-president of Public Citizen speaks as people protest in Philadelphia as part of the No Kings Rallies at Love Park on June 14, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.—
Peter Aitken,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 June 2025
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While serious gamers who use services such as Discord may not need a console to facilitate chatting with friends, the Switch 2 makes connecting and conversing safe and easy for the gamer who plays primarily solo.—
Todd Martens,
Los Angeles Times,
10 June 2025
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Between the use of smartphones, operating infotainment systems and just conversing with other occupants, a driver’s attention to the road is constantly being challenged.—
Ed Garsten,
Forbes.com,
9 June 2025
Verb
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Padilla said he got fed up listening to her remarks about criminals and invasions and tried to ask a question, while moving forward past the wall of television cameras.—
Anita Chabria,
Los Angeles Times,
14 June 2025
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Shortly after, Kehl would fall to his death at a neighboring building — police have yet to say if the fall was intentional or accidental.—
Devoun Cetoute,
Miami Herald,
14 June 2025
Verb
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Officials pledged to inform the public through official channels as the situation evolves.—
Amanda Castro
Hannah Parry
Shane Croucher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 June 2025
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There is no need to inform domains about their sluggish new competition.—
Michael Gargiulo,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2025
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“Talk.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/talk. Accessed 27 Jun. 2025.
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