money talks

idiom

—used to say that money has a strong influence on people's actions and decisions

In politics, money talks.

Examples of money talks in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

If money talks feel stressful, try having them over a calming cup of tea. —Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 26 Jan. 2026

After all, college sports has already embraced the reality that money talks. —Mike Bianchi, The Orlando Sentinel, 22 Jan. 2026

If money talks, there clearly was a feeling George violated the letter of the law by obeying the spirit of her profession. —David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 13 Jan. 2026

Confidence grows when money talks stay honest. —Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 5 Jan. 2026

The backstory shows how this is a major structural shift in the conservative movement — and that money talks just as much as those snarky, swipe-y podcasters. —Emily Brooks, The Hill, 23 Dec. 2025

Toronto should be considered the favorite for Bichette right now, but money talks, and the Tigers could be willing to spend it to make a final effort to win with Tarik Skubal on the roster. —Zach Pressnell, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 Nov. 2025

This transit might also bring money talks in relationships or contracts with business partners, and your boundaries will be everything. —Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 2 Nov. 2025

At the same time, Yvonne believes having in-depth money talks is crucial before taking any big steps with a relationship. —Essence, 19 Sep. 2025

Rhymes for money talks

• aftershocks
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• orthodox
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