talked out

Definition of talked outnext
past tense of talk out

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for talked out
Verb
  • The group hammered out details on things like identifying a chain of command for communication with ICE agents, talking through different possible scenarios and sorting through an understanding of judicial warrants and regulations.
    Beki San Martin, Freep.com, 6 Feb. 2026
  • But several issues need to be hammered out.
    Mike Jones, New York Times, 3 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • These experiences forged his belief in distributed leadership.
    Malana VanTyler, USA Today, 11 Feb. 2026
  • Late last year, the Lake Station Board of Works and New Chicago forged a pact calling for Lake Station to provide ambulance service for $50,000 annually, according to Long, who said the contract would be reviewed at the end of the year.
    Carole Carlson, Chicago Tribune, 11 Feb. 2026
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“Talked out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/talked%20out. Accessed 18 Feb. 2026.

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