talk out of
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To talk to someone in order to dissuade them from doing something.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
My brother wanted a pet squirrel, but I talked him out of it.
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).
Common questions
What does “talk out of” mean?
To talk to someone in order to dissuade them from doing something.
Is “talk out of” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.