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as in speech
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 discussion
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 chat
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 rumor
information or opinion that is widely disseminated without any authority or confirmation of accuracy
her wild behavior is exciting some lurid talk
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as in to speak
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 to chat
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 to say
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 to inform
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 to gossip
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 talk
Tony Jones,
New York Times,
1 July 2026
The local government’s Economic Development and Finance Commission on Monday evening moved forward a recommendation to rescind Eastside Innovation’s request for proposal to build its Midtown Station project, after months of talks going nowhere.
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Kansas City Star,
1 July 2026
Arjun Kharpal,
CNBC,
2 July 2026
Axios claimed that the two spoke about the future of the Democratic Party, and planned to talk again soon.
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Amethyst Martinez,
USA Today,
2 July 2026
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Several teams over the years have made overtures for Kessler in potential trade talks, talks the Jazz had rebuffed.
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Tony Jones,
New York Times,
1 July 2026
The local government’s Economic Development and Finance Commission on Monday evening moved forward a recommendation to rescind Eastside Innovation’s request for proposal to build its Midtown Station project, after months of talks going nowhere.
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Kansas City Star,
1 July 2026
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The executive described these devices as gadgets that people carry with them, that collect data and that people talk to.
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Arjun Kharpal,
CNBC,
2 July 2026
Axios claimed that the two spoke about the future of the Democratic Party, and planned to talk again soon.
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Amethyst Martinez,
USA Today,
2 July 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for talk
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In a June 30 speech on the floor of the House of Representatives, the Republican lawmaker said he was hospitalized several months ago and diagnosed with depression.
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Steinbaugh argued the email was protected speech under the First Amendment and does not represent a legitimate threat.
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During Thursday evening’s Board of Commissioners meeting, officials unanimously, and with no additional discussion, approved Johnston’s exit agreement and named Assistant County Administrator Alan Howze as his replacement for the rest of the year.
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Immediately, the call sparked online debate and discussion that will surely continue into next week.
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The association has sent emails in recent months reminding residents not to violate the clause, including in group chats.
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Executive coffee chats create low-barrier access to decision-makers.
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Supermodel Karlie Kloss also attended, seemingly putting to rest any rumors of a rift between her and Swift.
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Even so, rumors suggest that such glasses may not appear until late next year, so software support is more likely for iOS 28.
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Security camera footage from a nearby residence showed the Durango parked in a driveway when three suspects approached the vehicle’s driver’s side and spoke engaged with Mitchell, the probable cause statement said.
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Just a few days later, Navratilova spoke by phone about the film, the friendship and their cancer battles.
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The series will feature Questlove and three guests playing a variety of games from Uno to Jenga to original Questlove creations, all while conversing about their lives and careers.
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The bank hopes to train the AI to eventually converse in Mandarin, Bahasa Indonesia, and Bahasa Melayu.
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Sources told Rolling Stone that Stevie Nicks, a longtime friend of Swift, will be present at the ceremony — and another said that the singer-songwriter would perform on the special day.
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In a press release, Bonta reiterated his commitment to combating hate in California, and said the data obtained are accessible and critical to stopping such crimes in the state.
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Emergency responders arrived on the scene and were informed that the victim had been pulled by the current flowing through Sebonac Creek into the Great Peconic Bay, the statement said.
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The company also informed members about 2026 premium changes through phone calls, text messages, regular mail, or email, Baiocchi said.
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