talk show

noun

: a radio or television program in which usually well-known persons engage in discussions or are interviewed

Examples of talk show in a Sentence

She asked the actor to appear on her talk show.
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The Collinsworth conversation on the talk show began with a question. — Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 25 Oct. 2026 That put in doubt the ability of talk shows like The View to book candidates without facing obligations to offer time, if requested, to their rivals. — Ted Johnson, Deadline, 23 Oct. 2026 But those unfamiliar with his surreal talk show appearances, Dumb Starbucks or Door City, here’s a primer on the origin and rise of Fielder. — Jenelle Riley, Los Angeles Times, 22 Oct. 2026 Sensationalist books, television specials, true-crime documentaries, podcasts, and talk shows have judged and condemned him without conclusive evidence, without a trial, and without an opportunity to defend himself. — Gustavo Egusquiza, Vanity Fair, 22 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for talk show

Word History

First Known Use

1941, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of talk show was in 1941

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talk show

noun
: a radio or television program in which persons engage in discussions or are interviewed

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