Talk up

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phrasal verb

To make something appear more positive or advantageous than it really is.

John always talks up the benefits of his job, but he never mentions the long hours.
Visual representation of "talk up" - To make something appear more positive or advantageous than it really is.

Often appears as...

  • talk up an opportunity
  • talk up a product

Usage tips

Colloquial

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Marketing Edge

Use 'talk up' to persuade others by highlighting the best aspects, without lying.

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Sara talked up her cooking blog, mentioning her thousands of followers.
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Confidence Boost

'Talk up' can be used to make yourself sound impressive, especially in job interviews.

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During the interview, he talked up his leadership experiences.
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Avoid Overuse

Overusing 'talk up' can make the speaker seem insincere or boastful.

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He always talks up his abilities, which can be off-putting to others.
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