talked over

Definition of talked overnext
past tense of talk over
as in discussed
to talk about (an issue) usually from various points of view and for the purpose of arriving at a decision or opinion your father and I will have to talk it over before agreeing to let you go on the class trip

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Recent Examples of talked over For months, Smith did not see her husband at all and only talked over the phone. Mike Sullivan, CBS News, 10 Feb. 2026 Big ones, small ones, and anything in between could be talked over while Mercury transits your 9th House of Learning. Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 6 Feb. 2026 During Wednesday’s hearing, Bessent frequently talked over Waters, trying to correct the California congresswoman’s message about tariffs and inflation. David Goldman, CNN Money, 4 Feb. 2026 Steeped in dread and indignation, Watcher is feminist horror that imagines what Rear Window would be like if Jimmy Stewart were constantly talked over and dismissed. Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 16 Oct. 2025 Vance tried to say something more, but Stephanopoulos talked over him and went to a commercial break. Ted Johnson, Deadline, 14 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for talked over
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  • Opponents of the conversion therapy ban argued the changes discussed Wednesday still run afoul of the Supreme Court's decision and undermine First Amendment protections.
    Caroline Cummings, CBS News, 9 Apr. 2026
  • During a candidate forum last month, several candidates discussed efforts to improve biking trails and walkability in North Kansas City, expanding community involvement and rising home prices.
    Jenna Ebbers, Kansas City Star, 8 Apr. 2026
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  • The legislature has debated different iterations of the bill six times over last 10 years and all failed.
    Shaun Boyd, CBS News, 7 Apr. 2026
  • The Emmys have long debated where a performer belongs — lead or supporting — and actors often move between categories for the same role.
    Clayton Davis, Variety, 6 Apr. 2026

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“Talked over.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/talked%20over. Accessed 10 Apr. 2026.

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