Talk around

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verb

To discuss something without being direct or clear.

I tried to talk around the issue without revealing too much information.
Visual representation of "talk around" - To discuss something without being direct or clear

Often appears as...

  • talk around the issue
  • talk around the topic
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Visual representation of "talk around"
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Indirect Speech

Talking around often means tackling a subject in a roundabout way, without direct references.

Illustration for Indirect Speech
She talked around the layoffs, mentioning budget cuts and market challenges.
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Sensitive Subjects

Use 'talk around' when addressing delicate matters where frankness might be uncomfortable.

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At the family dinner, he talked around his financial issues.
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Maintaining Secrecy

Employ 'talk around' to provide information while still keeping secrets or surprises intact.

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She talked around the party plans, so as not to spoil the surprise.
Visual representation of the word "Talk around"

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