Talk out

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phrasal verb

To solve a problem by discussing it.

We have some issues, but I think we can talk them out.
Visual representation of "talk out" - To solve a problem by discussing it

Often appears as...

  • talk it out
  • talk things out
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Visual representation of "talk out"
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Conflict Resolution

Use 'talk out' when you want to stress the importance of resolving disagreements by discussion.

Illustration for Conflict Resolution
Let's talk out our differences over coffee tomorrow.
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Positive Outcome Expected

'Talk out' implies that a conversation can lead to a satisfactory result or agreement.

Illustration for Positive Outcome Expected
We didn't agree initially, but after talking it out, we found common ground.
Visual representation of the word "Talk out"

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