talkathon

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Recent Examples of talkathon Even with Ralph Fiennes, one of our finest stage actors, portraying Moses, the play often comes across as an information-shoveling talkathon. Charles Isherwood, WSJ, 27 Oct. 2022 He was hired by Mutual to succeed the recently deceased Long John Nebel as host of a weeknight coast-to-coast radio talkathon for night owls and early risers. New York Times, 23 Jan. 2021 At this point any real progress on immigration (other than the aforementioned mini-deal) is a long shot, so the talkathon in the Senate, however interesting and healthy, may represent little more than wind in the sails of a ship going nowhere. Ed Kilgore, Daily Intelligencer, 13 Feb. 2018 Wearing four-inch heels and forgoing any breaks, Pelosi spent much of the rare talkathon reading personal letters from the young immigrants whose temporary protection from deportation is set to expire next month. Steve Peoples and Alan Fram, Houston Chronicle, 7 Feb. 2018 US President Donald Trump's decision to withdraw from the Paris global climate change agreement last week gave a boost in one area: media attention to the oceans talkathon. Richard Roth, CNN, 7 June 2017
Recent Examples of Synonyms for talkathon
Noun
  • Then in December, IEEE and the International Telecommunication Union held a symposium on achieving climate resilience.
    IEEE Spectrum, IEEE Spectrum, 13 Mar. 2025
  • The Power of Arts & Science for Resiliency in Aging, third annual symposium featuring cutting-edge research, interactive discussions, live demonstrations and connections that reveal how arts can foster resilience, mental health and well-being.
    Kari Barnett, Sun Sentinel, 3 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • Workshops and seminars can cater to a larger audience, providing valuable insights on specific topics and generating substantial revenue in a single event.
    Doaa K. Darwish, Forbes.com, 9 May 2025
  • Go to that author’s book signing, lecture, seminar or Q&A, Woodruff-Santos said — since the audience would likely be people in businesses with an interest in IT security.
    Greg Iacurci, CNBC, 8 May 2025
Noun
  • The free site features job listings as well as mental health resources, discussion boards, and networking events.
    Terry Collins, USA Today, 20 May 2025
  • Just in time for Roland Garros, where the main draw begins May 25, ‘The Tennis Podcast’ is bringing its insightful analysis and engaging discussions to The Athletic Podcast Network.
    The Athletic Tennis Staff, New York Times, 19 May 2025
Noun
  • An emergency board meeting is called and everyone votes no except for Taylor.
    Olivia Crandall, Vulture, 18 May 2025
  • The audition process lasted six months over a series of self-tapes, in-person readings, meetings and screen tests, all of which ultimately landed her in the role of Liesel.
    Mia Galuppo, HollywoodReporter, 18 May 2025
Noun
  • There's no perfect model—in fact, these varying models have been in debate for years.
    DJ Paoni, Forbes.com, 12 May 2025
  • At a time when in-depth articles or interviews are giving way to social media influencers reports, the place given to cultural debates becomes a fundamental issue.
    Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 12 May 2025
Noun
  • That will give you an accurate sense of whether psychological safety is improving—or if the conversation is going in circles. 2.
    Cynthia Pong, Forbes.com, 18 May 2025
  • My biggest goal with this film is to start conversation.
    Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 18 May 2025
Noun
  • Anger overflows from numerous online chat rooms where relatives seek help.
    Neil MacFarquhar, New York Times, 3 May 2025
  • The comments in screen shots of the chat room were demeaning and vulgar – as were the texts from the anonymous messenger who had sent her the images.
    Yoonjung Seo and Mike Valerio, CNN Money, 25 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Washington has held regular talks with both in recent days, including on Thursday when Secretary of State Marco Rubio held calls with Pakistan's prime minister and India's foreign minister while urging them to de-escalate and have direct dialogue.
    Kanishka Singh, USA Today, 9 May 2025
  • Encouraging open dialogue around eating habits and nutritional choices can play a key role in preventing disordered eating patterns and fostering a more positive view of food as nourishment rather than restriction.
    Taylor Lane, Flow Space, 8 May 2025

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“Talkathon.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/talkathon. Accessed 23 May. 2025.

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