talking point

noun

Synonyms of talking point next

: something that lends support to an argument

also : a subject of discussion

Examples of talking point in a Sentence

We have several talking points we need to cover. I have a list of talking points here that support my case.

Recent Examples on the Web

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Peanut became a political talking point during the presidential election when some commentators said seizing it from Longo's house in rural Pine City was an example of government overreach. —

Patrick Smith, NBC News, 13 Nov. 2024 Keeping Boise from sliding down Portlandia’s chute to resembling a Walking Dead set was a comfortable talking point for Bundy, given his 2022 run for governor. —

Matt Thompson, SPIN, 5 Nov. 2024 Although this is a common right-wing talking point, there is no conclusive evidence in favor of banning trans women and girls from women’s sports, per a 2021 study. —

James Factora, Them, 4 Nov. 2024 And the certification rule Adams pushed became a talking point for conservative media outlets. —

Doug Bock Clark, ProPublica, 4 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for talking point

Word History

First Known Use

1862, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler

The first known use of talking point was in 1862

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“Talking point.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/talking%20point. Accessed 23 Nov. 2024.

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