talk over
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To discuss; to converse about a matter or issue.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
Come home early, we have a lot to talk over.
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 persuade (someone); to talk around.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
Meaning · English
To verbally interrupt (someone); to speak at the same time as someone else.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “talk over” mean?
To discuss; to converse about a matter or issue.
Is “talk over” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.