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.
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Word History

First Known Use

circa 1914, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of talking point was circa 1914

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“Talking point.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/talking%20point. Accessed 1 Jun. 2024.

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