1
as in spoke
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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2
as in chatted
to engage in casual or rambling conversation
talked with our neighbor as we unloaded the groceries from the car
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3
as in said
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 informed
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 gossiped
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 talked
Anne had also talked to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
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Stylecaster Editors, StyleCaster, 4 Oct. 2025
But while Swift’s album is objectively the most talked-about this week, several other powerhouse artists unveiled new music as well.
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 3 Oct. 2025
Starring in the milestone tenth season is a big feat, and ahead of the premiere, Deadline talked to Osefo to give us a sneak peek of what is to come.
—Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 3 Oct. 2025
In this century’s first two decades, the city had become America’s most relevant and talked-about dining capital — fueled by affordable commercial rents, innovative talent and its access to choice ingredients from local purveyors.
—Gary Baum, HollywoodReporter, 2 Oct. 2025
Piepenburg phoned his father, Steve, and then talked to his hunting buddy Jake .
—Bob McNally, Outdoor Life, 2 Oct. 2025
When Johnson talked with Kerr while preparing for the role, the discussions were less about the technical aspects of the scenes in the ring than about Kerr’s emotional state.
—Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 2 Oct. 2025
During his question-and-answer session at the conference on Thursday, Masters talked with pride about the pre-season friendly tournaments the Premier League has staged in Asia and North America over the last two decades.
—Matt Slater, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
Dean talked to Rolling Stone about The Grammys, keeping the TV on during recording sessions, being divinely connected to music, and a whole lot more.
—Andre Gee, Rolling Stone, 2 Oct. 2025
Stylecaster Editors, StyleCaster, 4 Oct. 2025
But while Swift’s album is objectively the most talked-about this week, several other powerhouse artists unveiled new music as well.
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 3 Oct. 2025
Starring in the milestone tenth season is a big feat, and ahead of the premiere, Deadline talked to Osefo to give us a sneak peek of what is to come.
—Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 3 Oct. 2025
In this century’s first two decades, the city had become America’s most relevant and talked-about dining capital — fueled by affordable commercial rents, innovative talent and its access to choice ingredients from local purveyors.
—Gary Baum, HollywoodReporter, 2 Oct. 2025
Piepenburg phoned his father, Steve, and then talked to his hunting buddy Jake .
—Bob McNally, Outdoor Life, 2 Oct. 2025
When Johnson talked with Kerr while preparing for the role, the discussions were less about the technical aspects of the scenes in the ring than about Kerr’s emotional state.
—Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 2 Oct. 2025
During his question-and-answer session at the conference on Thursday, Masters talked with pride about the pre-season friendly tournaments the Premier League has staged in Asia and North America over the last two decades.
—Matt Slater, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
Dean talked to Rolling Stone about The Grammys, keeping the TV on during recording sessions, being divinely connected to music, and a whole lot more.
—Andre Gee, Rolling Stone, 2 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for talked
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While speaking exclusively to PEOPLE at the premiere, which was held at the Jazz at Lincoln Center, Adam chatted about working alongside his family.—
Kayla Grant,
PEOPLE,
30 Sep. 2025
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The Hollywood Reporter chatted with Kraner, Crego and producer Steven Schweickart in two separate conversations about the Gabby’s Dollhouse movie and how that surprising end-of-movie reveal — Gabby has a little sister!—
Jackie Strause,
HollywoodReporter,
29 Sep. 2025
Verb
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An Elanco spokesperson said the company will add public amenities next to the headquarters that neighbors can enjoy, such as a waterfront trail.—
Alysa Guffey,
IndyStar,
2 Oct. 2025
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Going forward, the chain may need to hire a police detail to traffic control, the chief said.—
Patricia Gallagher Newberry,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
2 Oct. 2025
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One person close to White House staff’s efforts to keep the president informed acknowledged that his information diet has narrowed since the first term.—
Ben Smith,
semafor.com,
6 Oct. 2025
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This information is also transmitted electronically to the pet’s current vet, ensuring vets remain better informed about lifestyle and care needs.—
Wyles Daniel,
USA Today,
6 Oct. 2025
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Researchers found that both same-gender and different-gender couples gossiped for about 38 minutes a day individually and 29 minutes a day together.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Clarke and his business partner sold photographs and films, wrote and lectured about their adventures, and began treasure hunting.—
Danny Robb,
JSTOR Daily,
26 Sep. 2025
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Vance lectured Zelenskyy and argued the wartime leader hadn’t shown proper gratitude for the billions of dollars in military assistance the United States has given to his country.—
Francesca Chambers,
USA Today,
28 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Akkasca returned to the vehicle, took a video documenting the car’s lack of damage, conversed with Hertz employees and managers about it, and was told the app would talk directly to him – which was untrue, reported Carscoops.—
Peter Cohan,
Forbes.com,
4 Aug. 2025
Verb
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By the end of the year, the grocery store and home goods chain will have opened eight new supercenters and neighborhood markets across the United States, Charles Crowson, a Walmart spokesperson, told USA TODAY this week.—
Saleen Martin,
USA Today,
3 Oct. 2025
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On the morning of June 3, Pandora's mother, Simone Kjolsrud, told The Republic that on May 26, the pair were victims of a double homicide while the teens were on a camping trip.—
Julie Mendes,
AZCentral.com,
3 Oct. 2025
Verb
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With louche tailoring and cool confidence, there is undoubtedly a sang-froid air about Armani that seems to transcend time and place.—
Brett F. Braley-Palko,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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As Penrose sung the chorus, a pair of assistants took on the task of splashing her with paint and confetti – all without skipping a beat.—
Tyler Jenke,
Billboard,
6 Aug. 2025
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“Talked.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/talked. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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