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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
Pan Pylas, Los Angeles Times, 7 June 2026
Hezbollah, which claimed responsibility for firing at Israel earlier Sunday, wants the direct talks between Lebanon and Israel to end.
—Kareem Chehayeb, Fortune, 7 June 2026
Jack Smart, PEOPLE, 8 June 2026
Countless fans have taken to social media with similar issues, but some were too nervous to talk with WBZ-TV on camera for fear of it impacting their status.
—Mike Sullivan, CBS News, 8 June 2026
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Noun
Macron and Merz left after a couple of hours of discussions, leaving Starmer to continue talks with Zelensky.
—Pan Pylas, Los Angeles Times, 7 June 2026
Hezbollah, which claimed responsibility for firing at Israel earlier Sunday, wants the direct talks between Lebanon and Israel to end.
—Kareem Chehayeb, Fortune, 7 June 2026
Verb
Just last week, PEOPLE announced exclusively that comedian Matteo Lane will join the cast as slick-talking lawyer Billy Flynn beginning Monday, June 22.
—Jack Smart, PEOPLE, 8 June 2026
Countless fans have taken to social media with similar issues, but some were too nervous to talk with WBZ-TV on camera for fear of it impacting their status.
—Mike Sullivan, CBS News, 8 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for talk
Noun
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Some of the dialogue feels like Harrison’s own metaphysical musings rather than characters’ speech.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
11 June 2026
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For people with disabilities, AI is providing higher quality and faster transcription for the deaf, image descriptions for the blind, and speech generation for those unable to communicate verbally.—
Jessica Melugin,
Mercury News,
10 June 2026
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While e-bikes may have sparked the discussion, the possible ordinance would also apply to bikes, scooters and skateboards.—
Terell Bailey,
CBS News,
6 June 2026
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Still, Bartos argues the pace and scope of reform changed dramatically once the United States began applying pressure through budget negotiations and funding discussions.—
Efrat Lachter,
FOXNews.com,
6 June 2026
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The ladies who work at my local one are always friendly, always game for a brief chat.—
Sable Yong,
Allure,
11 June 2026
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My babysitter sent me screenshots of her group chats, all renamed in Cameli’s honor.—
Sophie Gilbert,
The Atlantic,
10 June 2026
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Because the rumors are rumoring.—
Kate Aurthur,
Variety,
11 June 2026
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There have been rumors of people attempting suicide or dying at the facility, which the Herald has been unable to confirm.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
11 June 2026
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Much of his speech and remarks from other officials speaking at the convention Friday focused on party unity after a bruising primary season, where Democrats are hoping to capitalize on what could be a vulnerable year for Republicans.—
Eleanor Dearman,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
13 June 2026
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OpenAI Ceo Sam Altman speaks to journalists after meeting with US House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC, on June 3, 2026.—
Ashley Capoot,
CNBC,
13 June 2026
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But Feaster also found other accounts that described Müller’s device as a puppet that conversed with audiences.—
Ron Cowen,
Scientific American,
3 June 2026
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Since his election last year, Leo has made a point to directly converse with — and sometimes critique — various aspects of society, ranging from politics to entertainment and sports.—
Krysta Fauria,
Fortune,
2 June 2026
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In recent weeks, Bass has offered her own critical assessment of Raman, saying the councilmember struggled to work closely with others — even her own allies.—
Noah Goldberg,
Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2026
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Then, the magic comes in the editing room, piecing together the story to say something bigger than one shot ever could.—
Jared Weiss,
New York Times,
8 June 2026
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Later Tuesday, Loboa sent an email to the DU community informing them about the academic realignment, a message that listed data and documents used to make the restructuring decisions.—
Elizabeth Hernandez,
Denver Post,
9 June 2026
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Employees who work at the New Labor Agency Building, at O and 9th streets, were also sent memos informing them that the building does not have sufficient space to accommodate all employees in offices four days a week.—
William Melhado,
Sacbee.com,
9 June 2026
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