1
as in speeches
a usually formal discourse delivered to an audience
the noted author's talk on the state of the modern novel
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2
as in discussions
an exchange of views for the purpose of exploring a subject or deciding an issue
what good will all this talk do when we need to take action now?
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as in chats
friendly, informal conversation or an instance of this
sat down by the fire and had a nice little talk about what was new in the village
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as in speaks
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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as in converses
to engage in casual or rambling conversation
talked with our neighbor as we unloaded the groceries from the car
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as in says
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 informs
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 gossips
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 talks
Francesca Chambers, USA Today, 18 June 2026
That has tribes urgently seeking government-to-government talks with Interior Department officials in a bid to win an exemption, according to Blaine Harden of Inside Climate News.
—Alex Wigglesworth, Los Angeles Times, 18 June 2026
The mission would also depend on developments in further talks between Iran and the United States, Reuters reported.
—Pamela Avila, CNN Money, 18 June 2026
As questions swirl about James’ future, ESPN reported that James representatives and the Lakers are engaged in talks the structure of a new contract.
—Chantz Martin, FOXNews.com, 17 June 2026
The Athletic reported last week that Madrid were advancing in talks to sign the midfielder.
—Guillermo Rai, New York Times, 17 June 2026
The two countries reached an interim trade deal, but talks on a broader agreement are ongoing.
—ABC News, 17 June 2026
New York, Colorado, Oregon, Nevada, Washington, Connecticut and Tennessee are among the several states in talks to join, a source familiar with the situation tells The Hollywood Reporter.
—Winston Cho, HollywoodReporter, 10 June 2026
There were also more than 80 free public events, from talks and workshops to book signings and parties.
—George Nelson, ARTnews.com, 10 June 2026
George Calhoun, Forbes.com, 18 June 2026
Years later, Eggers still talks as much about Taylor-Joy’s work ethic as her talent.
—Seth Abramovitch, HollywoodReporter, 17 June 2026
Yeah, Joe talks to everybody about everything.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 17 June 2026
Below, London talks more about the individual grant programs Sonic Guild provides, how bands can apply, and where the program may go next.
—Selena Fragassi, SPIN, 16 June 2026
The nuclear issue remains unresolved—talks to come later.
—Jim Edwards, Fortune, 15 June 2026
Netanyahu was largely sidelined during the ceasefire talks and appears to have lost support among members of the Republican Party.
—Lee Keath, Chicago Tribune, 15 June 2026
The Florida average, down 3 cents over the past week, has fallen 71 cents since May 20, when market optimism grew upon the latest round of ceasefire talks.
—News Service Of Florida, Sun Sentinel, 15 June 2026
The director's love for capturing real people moving, unguarded, can be seen as Washington's hostage negotiator talks things through with his team outside the bank.
—Eric Farwell, Entertainment Weekly, 12 June 2026
Noun
The agreement calls for an immediate end to hostilities on all fronts, including Lebanon, and sets out expectations for the next phase of talks, which will tackle more challenging issues, mainly the future of Iran's nuclear program.
—Francesca Chambers, USA Today, 18 June 2026
That has tribes urgently seeking government-to-government talks with Interior Department officials in a bid to win an exemption, according to Blaine Harden of Inside Climate News.
—Alex Wigglesworth, Los Angeles Times, 18 June 2026
The mission would also depend on developments in further talks between Iran and the United States, Reuters reported.
—Pamela Avila, CNN Money, 18 June 2026
As questions swirl about James’ future, ESPN reported that James representatives and the Lakers are engaged in talks the structure of a new contract.
—Chantz Martin, FOXNews.com, 17 June 2026
The Athletic reported last week that Madrid were advancing in talks to sign the midfielder.
—Guillermo Rai, New York Times, 17 June 2026
The two countries reached an interim trade deal, but talks on a broader agreement are ongoing.
—ABC News, 17 June 2026
New York, Colorado, Oregon, Nevada, Washington, Connecticut and Tennessee are among the several states in talks to join, a source familiar with the situation tells The Hollywood Reporter.
—Winston Cho, HollywoodReporter, 10 June 2026
There were also more than 80 free public events, from talks and workshops to book signings and parties.
—George Nelson, ARTnews.com, 10 June 2026
Verb
Oil prices are easing as ceasefire talks advance, but the real story is that the market defused the Hormuz crisis long before diplomacy did.
—George Calhoun, Forbes.com, 18 June 2026
Years later, Eggers still talks as much about Taylor-Joy’s work ethic as her talent.
—Seth Abramovitch, HollywoodReporter, 17 June 2026
Yeah, Joe talks to everybody about everything.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 17 June 2026
Below, London talks more about the individual grant programs Sonic Guild provides, how bands can apply, and where the program may go next.
—Selena Fragassi, SPIN, 16 June 2026
The nuclear issue remains unresolved—talks to come later.
—Jim Edwards, Fortune, 15 June 2026
Netanyahu was largely sidelined during the ceasefire talks and appears to have lost support among members of the Republican Party.
—Lee Keath, Chicago Tribune, 15 June 2026
The Florida average, down 3 cents over the past week, has fallen 71 cents since May 20, when market optimism grew upon the latest round of ceasefire talks.
—News Service Of Florida, Sun Sentinel, 15 June 2026
The director's love for capturing real people moving, unguarded, can be seen as Washington's hostage negotiator talks things through with his team outside the bank.
—Eric Farwell, Entertainment Weekly, 12 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for talks
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Their speeches focused on the people standing beside them, the women who came before them, and the next generation watching from the audience.—
Jennifer Jay Palumbo,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
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There will also be an invite-only grand opening ceremony on June 18 with performances and speeches.—
Kinsey Crowley,
USA Today,
12 June 2026
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If discussions drift, gently redirect toward next actions and timelines, since specific promises turn goodwill into practical progress.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
14 June 2026
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Leaders of several other countries — including India, Kenya and Ukraine — were expected to join for discussions.—
Jamey Keaten,
Los Angeles Times,
14 June 2026
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The suspects, who prepared to travel to the Washington, DC, area from all over the country, made their plans over social media and in group chats, according to federal charging documents.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
17 June 2026
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Biohacking has slipped out of Silicon Valley group chats and into strip malls, concierge offices and wellness chains with hundreds of locations.—
Allison Palmer,
Sacbee.com,
16 June 2026
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Born in New York to Nigerian parents, Folarin Balogun speaks with a British accent, courtesy of a childhood largely forged in England.—
Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
13 June 2026
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OpenAI Ceo Sam Altman speaks to journalists after meeting with US House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC, on June 3, 2026.—
Ashley Capoot,
CNBC,
13 June 2026
Verb
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Epstein converses with Summers Larry Summers, Clinton’s Treasury secretary and the director of the National Economic Council under former President Obama, corresponded with Epstein numerous times via email.—
Max Rego,
The Hill,
13 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Carpenter also says the district is closely monitoring some potential cuts to federal grants for students of poverty and language learners.—
Chierstin Roth,
CBS News,
19 June 2026
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And there was luck in that, the coach says.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
Verb
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That philosophy informs the running brand’s product strategy, messaging and partnerships.—
Angela Velasquez,
Footwear News,
18 June 2026
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Yet the past always informs the present.—
Jill Newman,
Robb Report,
18 June 2026
Noun
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On Friday, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei said consultations through mediators were ongoing regarding the next phase of negotiations to draft a final agreement.—
Erin Cunningham,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
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Contracting with a reputable Medicare brokerage to offer one-on-one consultations to your retiring employees costs your company nothing and delivers significant value.—
Sylvia Gordon,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
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“Talks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/talks. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.
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