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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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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
ABC News, 27 May 2026
However, the market appears stuck in what traders describe as a circular and seemingly endless loop of indirect talks between Washington and Tehran.
—Gaurav Sharma, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
Iran was apparently unable to secure a provision to end Israel’s war on Hezbollah; instead, Israel has engaged in direct talks with Lebanon, much to Tehran’s chagrin.
—Arash Azizi, The Atlantic, 27 May 2026
Holt said there’s no news regarding the club’s push for MLS, which hasn’t officially opened expansion talks beyond its current 30-team structure.
—Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 27 May 2026
According to sources, Golden Goose is in talks to sell a 10 percent stake to the Qatar Investment Authority, further tweaking the shareholding structure.
—Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 27 May 2026
Anthropic reportedly in talks to rent Microsoft’s AI chips.
—John Kell, Fortune, 27 May 2026
Over the course of a week and half, the fest offers a mind-boggling selection of feature films (118 in all, including a record 103 world premieres), short films, television shows, galas, talks, podcast recordings, and even a Vulture Festival at the Tribeca Festival.
—Jason Bailey, Vulture, 27 May 2026
Impact of Iran War and Spirit Airline’s closure The rising costs of fuel comes as America and Iran face an impasse as talks to bring the war to an end have stalled.
—Dj Simmons, Charlotte Observer, 20 May 2026
Nick Romano, Entertainment Weekly, 29 May 2026
But Raman’s walked quite the tightrope of being a DSA’er who talks like a back-to-basics liberal while also hanging out with left-wing extremists like Hasan Piker.
—Sal Rodriguez, Daily News, 28 May 2026
Mike Vrabel talks to reporters on May 27, 2026, at Gillette Stadium.
—Matt Schooley, CBS News, 27 May 2026
Extension talks Jack Campbell, perhaps to the surprise of some, was the first of Detroit’s stellar 2023 NFL Draft class to earn a contract extension.
—Colton Pouncy, New York Times, 27 May 2026
But my younger sister talks entirely too much.
—R. Eric Thomas, Mercury News, 25 May 2026
However, Wayne walks the walk and talks the talk for every other non-action scene.
—Jordan Moreau, Variety, 24 May 2026
Fedorov talks internally about the need for Copilot to regain leadership, one of the sources said.
—Jordan Novet, CNBC, 22 May 2026
Our correspondent talks to him.
—Greg Dixon, NPR, 14 May 2026
Noun
Some Tibetan groups advocate independence for Tibet, since little progress has been made in talks with China.
—ABC News, 27 May 2026
However, the market appears stuck in what traders describe as a circular and seemingly endless loop of indirect talks between Washington and Tehran.
—Gaurav Sharma, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
Iran was apparently unable to secure a provision to end Israel’s war on Hezbollah; instead, Israel has engaged in direct talks with Lebanon, much to Tehran’s chagrin.
—Arash Azizi, The Atlantic, 27 May 2026
Holt said there’s no news regarding the club’s push for MLS, which hasn’t officially opened expansion talks beyond its current 30-team structure.
—Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 27 May 2026
According to sources, Golden Goose is in talks to sell a 10 percent stake to the Qatar Investment Authority, further tweaking the shareholding structure.
—Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 27 May 2026
Anthropic reportedly in talks to rent Microsoft’s AI chips.
—John Kell, Fortune, 27 May 2026
Over the course of a week and half, the fest offers a mind-boggling selection of feature films (118 in all, including a record 103 world premieres), short films, television shows, galas, talks, podcast recordings, and even a Vulture Festival at the Tribeca Festival.
—Jason Bailey, Vulture, 27 May 2026
Impact of Iran War and Spirit Airline’s closure The rising costs of fuel comes as America and Iran face an impasse as talks to bring the war to an end have stalled.
—Dj Simmons, Charlotte Observer, 20 May 2026
Verb
Richard Gadd talks the prison scene, the meaning behind the title, and the last few minutes.
—Nick Romano, Entertainment Weekly, 29 May 2026
But Raman’s walked quite the tightrope of being a DSA’er who talks like a back-to-basics liberal while also hanging out with left-wing extremists like Hasan Piker.
—Sal Rodriguez, Daily News, 28 May 2026
Mike Vrabel talks to reporters on May 27, 2026, at Gillette Stadium.
—Matt Schooley, CBS News, 27 May 2026
Extension talks Jack Campbell, perhaps to the surprise of some, was the first of Detroit’s stellar 2023 NFL Draft class to earn a contract extension.
—Colton Pouncy, New York Times, 27 May 2026
But my younger sister talks entirely too much.
—R. Eric Thomas, Mercury News, 25 May 2026
However, Wayne walks the walk and talks the talk for every other non-action scene.
—Jordan Moreau, Variety, 24 May 2026
Fedorov talks internally about the need for Copilot to regain leadership, one of the sources said.
—Jordan Novet, CNBC, 22 May 2026
Our correspondent talks to him.
—Greg Dixon, NPR, 14 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for talks
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As anxiety has mounted about depressed entry-level hiring, with Gen Z crowds even booing luminaries such as Eric Schmidt amid commencement speeches touting AI, Dimon has given warm but blunt advice to ambitious young workers.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
29 May 2026
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Other presidents have used commencement speeches to announce major policy initiatives and agreements, including on foreign policy.—
Austin Sarat,
Twin Cities,
29 May 2026
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Either way, discussions at home about repairs and family matters will be lively!—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
23 May 2026
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Last year’s event included round-table discussions between students and 30 local officials, including mayors and school superintendents.—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
23 May 2026
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By including this instruction, the hope is that the LLM will endeavor to use only credible information during mental health chats.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2026
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The question reaches far beyond immigration to school hallways, online group chats, political rallies, classrooms, and playgrounds.—
Marc Brackett,
Hartford Courant,
27 May 2026
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January 20 – February 18 Friends may call, yet your muse speaks louder.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
30 May 2026
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Unlike at the Center, a solidly bipartisan roster of lecturers speaks to students at the Harvard institute.—
Daniel Rivero,
Miami Herald,
30 May 2026
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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
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After multiple struggles, the music icon says in the teaser for his new interview with Good Morning America's Chris Connelly that his health has improved.—
Raechal Shewfelt,
Entertainment Weekly,
29 May 2026
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Smart says her favorite moment of the finale may be when Deborah asks to clasp hands with Ava — in order to reveal the truth.—
Michael Schneider,
Variety,
29 May 2026
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His experience high up in department leadership and navigating the COVID-19 pandemic in the jails and familiarity with how immigration enforcement intersects with the county jails informs his plans, Corbett said.—
Sierra van der Brug,
Daily News,
28 May 2026
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Asteroid Day is a global awareness campaign that informs people about the risks associated with asteroid impacts.—
Janet Loehrke,
USA Today,
28 May 2026
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The target is settling lower after consultations with advisers and investors, the people said, asking not to be identified as the information isn’t public.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
29 May 2026
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Kansas City’s plan was the product of three years of preparations, research and consultations from 118 residents and human rights organizations and business support professionals, according to KC2026.—
Sofi Zeman,
Kansas City Star,
28 May 2026
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