(talk of or about) To make mention of
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Formal discussions or negotiations over a period
“The following years saw talks progressing for declaring Waitangi Day as an alternative to an existing public holiday.”
A conference or course of education for a group of people with a common interest
Plural for an informal address or lecture
“Matt's talk at that conference suggested that the key to success was having a long-term vision.”
Plural for a period of conversation or discussion
“Mildred and I had a nice talk over some tea and crumpets.”
Plural for formal discussions or negotiations over a period
“He would obstruct the strike for weeks, before holding a secret talk with local authority employers.”
Plural for language characteristic of a particular group or subject
“I couldn't understand any of that medical talk by the doctors. It was all Greek to me!”
Plural for communication by spoken words
“There were many people at the party, all engaging in various levels of talk.”
Plural for rumour, gossip, or speculation
“Brian says that talk of collusion between the two parties has been around for some time.”
Plural for the subject of discourse or discussion
“The talk between the politicians was of issues pertaining to national security.”
To utter words using speech
“You're talking a lot of nonsense.”
To speak in order to give information or express ideas or feelings
“Ron Burgundy would start to talk as soon as the cameras started rolling.”
To discuss or have a conversation with another
“Let's go somewhere quiet so we can talk.”
To make a (usually formal and extended) speech on a subject
“The headmaster would often talk at school assemblies about the need for students to behave themselves.”
To reveal secret or confidential information
“His primary henchman was under arrest and Paolo feared that he would talk.”
To spread rumor or gossip
“She's the bride-to-be who's got the whole country talking about her cold feet.”
(talk of or about) To make mention of
“I don't want to talk about how horrible my date was last night.”
(talk into) To persuade someone
“William, could you talk your brother Harry into joining us for dinner?”
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