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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3
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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1
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
Glenn Garner, Deadline, 18 Oct. 2025
The location of those talks also remains to be determined.
—Peter Aitken, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Oct. 2025
Records show that both Uthmeier and DeSantis’ deputy chief of staff, Katie Strickland, who also served as Casey DeSantis’ chief of staff, were included in early settlement talks.
—Lawrence Mower, Miami Herald, 18 Oct. 2025
If talks have not started with another central defender in the squad, this player could become demoralised and suffer a dip in performance.
—Mario Cortegana, New York Times, 17 Oct. 2025
Musk held secret talks with Putin in 2022, the Wall Street Journal reported in October 2024.
—Lora Kolodny, CNBC, 17 Oct. 2025
But the most serious blow to the talks came in July.
—Hassan Hassan, Time, 11 Oct. 2025
Despite ongoing trade talks between Washington and Beijing, trade tensions re-escalated Thursday after China ramped up export restrictions on critical rare earth minerals.
—Auzinea Bacon, CNN Money, 11 Oct. 2025
McMahon will also contribute original music and his classic hits to the series, while sources say that Hilton is in talks to serve as the series’ narrator, though that deal is not closed at this time.
—Joe Otterson, Variety, 10 Oct. 2025
Literary Hub, 18 Oct. 2025
The Dalai Lama, the highest spiritual leader and head of Tibetan Buddhism, talks directly to the camera about inner peace and happiness.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 17 Oct. 2025
The Indicator from Planet Money talks with Veterinarian Adam Hechko about why prices are soaring.
—NPR, 14 Oct. 2025
Budget talks The city’s budget and overspending concerns could be another major talking point during this year’s campaigns, Ward 5 Councilmember Greg Shelton said.
—Taylor O'Connor, Kansas City Star, 9 Oct. 2025
Many have lost hope too, despite the indirect ceasefire talks between Israel and Hamas currently underway in Egypt.
—Ivana Kottasová, CNN Money, 8 Oct. 2025
Whooping cough, also known as pertussis, is a highly contagious infection spread by contact with respiratory droplets when someone talks, coughs or sneezes, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 7 Oct. 2025
Inside The Breakfast Club studio where Charlamagne Tha God talks politics and culture.
—Rebecca Morin, USA Today, 2 Oct. 2025
Home in a comfy chair, holding baby Zakaria, who’s nursing while Mayniel talks.
—Anna Gaca, Pitchfork, 1 Oct. 2025
Noun
Actors’ Equity has avoided going on strike for now, as the union has reached a tentative agreement in its talks with the Broadway League for a new contract.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 18 Oct. 2025
The location of those talks also remains to be determined.
—Peter Aitken, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Oct. 2025
Records show that both Uthmeier and DeSantis’ deputy chief of staff, Katie Strickland, who also served as Casey DeSantis’ chief of staff, were included in early settlement talks.
—Lawrence Mower, Miami Herald, 18 Oct. 2025
If talks have not started with another central defender in the squad, this player could become demoralised and suffer a dip in performance.
—Mario Cortegana, New York Times, 17 Oct. 2025
Musk held secret talks with Putin in 2022, the Wall Street Journal reported in October 2024.
—Lora Kolodny, CNBC, 17 Oct. 2025
But the most serious blow to the talks came in July.
—Hassan Hassan, Time, 11 Oct. 2025
Despite ongoing trade talks between Washington and Beijing, trade tensions re-escalated Thursday after China ramped up export restrictions on critical rare earth minerals.
—Auzinea Bacon, CNN Money, 11 Oct. 2025
McMahon will also contribute original music and his classic hits to the series, while sources say that Hilton is in talks to serve as the series’ narrator, though that deal is not closed at this time.
—Joe Otterson, Variety, 10 Oct. 2025
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Cory Doctorow talks to Amy Goodman about Enshittification.
—Literary Hub, 18 Oct. 2025
The Dalai Lama, the highest spiritual leader and head of Tibetan Buddhism, talks directly to the camera about inner peace and happiness.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 17 Oct. 2025
The Indicator from Planet Money talks with Veterinarian Adam Hechko about why prices are soaring.
—NPR, 14 Oct. 2025
Budget talks The city’s budget and overspending concerns could be another major talking point during this year’s campaigns, Ward 5 Councilmember Greg Shelton said.
—Taylor O'Connor, Kansas City Star, 9 Oct. 2025
Many have lost hope too, despite the indirect ceasefire talks between Israel and Hamas currently underway in Egypt.
—Ivana Kottasová, CNN Money, 8 Oct. 2025
Whooping cough, also known as pertussis, is a highly contagious infection spread by contact with respiratory droplets when someone talks, coughs or sneezes, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 7 Oct. 2025
Inside The Breakfast Club studio where Charlamagne Tha God talks politics and culture.
—Rebecca Morin, USA Today, 2 Oct. 2025
Home in a comfy chair, holding baby Zakaria, who’s nursing while Mayniel talks.
—Anna Gaca, Pitchfork, 1 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for talks
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Peck also adds newsreels of world leaders delivering speeches, footage of war zones past and present, and scenes from futuristic Hollywood films, to emphasize the reach of Orwell’s ideas throughout time.—
Shirley Li,
The Atlantic,
21 Oct. 2025
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Kinsey added that the pair planned to save their speeches and frame them.—
Audrey Schmidt,
PEOPLE,
21 Oct. 2025
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These discussions have explored the feasibility of bringing private lenders back into the federal student loan program or selling off the loan portfolio, these people said.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
19 Oct. 2025
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Participants will explore the magical interplay between the universe and the human body, diving into discussions about creation, consciousness, and how the cosmos mirrors the infinite potential of the human mind.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
18 Oct. 2025
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No voice amplifiers will be used as part of animal chats.—
Katie Wiseman,
IndyStar,
21 Oct. 2025
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This unsecured system streamed real-time chats between users and their AI companions.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
20 Oct. 2025
Verb
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In a clip shared with PEOPLE ahead of the episode's release, Monica speaks with podcast host AD Smith about the grueling journey.—
Hannah Sacks,
PEOPLE,
21 Oct. 2025
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On the podcast, the star speaks to a friend of the guest before interviewing them.—
Megan Cartwright,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Some of her products sold out within hours, even when Markle says her team assumed inventory would last weeks.—
Sydney Lake,
Fortune,
19 Oct. 2025
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Early Saturday, Ann Davis, 55, of Maynard was killed in a crash in rural Randolph County, a report from state police says.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
19 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The latest installment, which premiered Thursday on Netflix, picks up just moments after the Season 2 cliffhanger when the President dies after Hal (Rufus Sewell) informs him of Vice President Grace Penn’s involvement in the bombing of a British aircraft carrier in the Persian Gulf.—
Katie Campione,
Deadline,
18 Oct. 2025
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That shift informs the way climbing gyms are put together.—
Kelli María Korducki,
HubSpot,
17 Oct. 2025
Noun
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In instances of severe infestation, insecticides or professional consultations are also recommended.—
Nafeesah Allen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
23 Oct. 2025
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The company also maintains a permanent outpost in London and offers virtual consultations.—
Emily Burns,
Footwear News,
20 Oct. 2025
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Now, how about that chatter about a possible WBD bid?—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
19 Oct. 2025
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Glenn's winless start through the first six games has caused chatter to begin in the media about the possibility that New York could move on from Glenn before next season.—
Jordan Sigler,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Oct. 2025
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“Talks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/talks. Accessed 26 Oct. 2025.
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