talk around

verb

talked around; talking around; talks around

1

: to avoid talking about (a particular subject) especially because it is difficult, unpleasant, or embarrassing

They've been talking around the real issue rather than addressing it directly.

2

: to cause (someone) to accept and support something (such as an idea) after opposing it

She says she doesn't agree with it, but we'll talk her around eventually.

—often + to

We can talk her around to our way of thinking.

Examples of talk around in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Those juxtaposing results, and the opposing emotions that came with them, are a reminder of why Cristobal stresses that his team avoids the external talk around his team. — Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 16 July 2026

The talk around informed consent, how neonatal care is handled, and corporate responsibility has slipped out of the courtrooms and into the wider public conversation, with everyone weighing in. — Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 15 July 2026

Building on that momentum, talks around additional episodes are underway, with McAtee attached to produce. — Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 30 June 2026

More Than Headlines Beckham’s talent was undeniable, but it was constantly put on the backburner as the constant talk around him was mostly about on-field outbursts and questionable comments. — Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 1 June 2026

Rhymes for talk around

• aboveground
• battleground
• belowground
• paperbound
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• ultrasound
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• wraparound
• abound
• aground
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• background