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talked (to)

verb

past tense of talk (to)

as in spoke (to or with)

to communicate with by means of spoken words I had never talked to a real live cowboy before

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On Saturday, in her first gaggle with reporters, Graham addressed some of voters' concerns, reiterating her commitment to do Senate work when the chamber is in session.

— ABC News, ABC News, 8 Aug. 2026
The Women’s National Basketball Players Association addressed the broader controversy Friday without defining who is eligible to play.

— Jackson Thompson OutKick, FOXNews.com, 8 Aug. 2026

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