talking point

noun

: something that lends support to an argument

also : a subject of discussion

Examples of talking point in a Sentence

We have several talking points we need to cover.

I have a list of talking points here that support my case.

Recent Examples on the Web

Sand stands as a stark contrast to other Democrats running in solidly blue states, such as Michigan Senate candidate Abdul el Sayed, who have embraced talking points from the Democratic Socialists of America. — Gabrielle M. Etzel, The Washington Examiner, 13 Oct. 2026

An employee explains the idea to a customer without talking points. — Amanda Simonian, Forbes.com, 25 Sep. 2026

Chris McKenna and Conor O’Neill break down the talking points from Old Trafford. — Chris McKenna, New York Times, 16 Sep. 2026

While largely ignoring the issue, the talking points encourage Republicans to blame high costs generally on Biden. — Steve Peoples, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1862, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for talking point

• counterpoint
• disappoint
• multipoint
• needlepoint
• reappoint
• adjoint
• anoint
• appoint
• checkpoint
• conjoint
• disjoint
• endpoint