talk out
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To resolve (a problem) by talking about it.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
You two are staying in the detention room until you talk it out.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To speak out (about something).
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
Meaning · English
To filibuster (a bill).
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “talk out” mean?
To resolve (a problem) by talking about it.
Is “talk out” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.