back talk

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Recent Examples of back talk Look at what tribal has become: In recent years, Probst encourages paranoia and back talk, frantic whisper sessions and utter confusion. Brian Moylan, Vulture, 23 May 2024 Don't have any back talk or anything like that. Abc News, ABC News, 26 July 2022 At least an eye roll or back talk? Dallas News, 14 July 2022 Then there's the back talk. Washington Post, 7 Oct. 2021 Her father, a Greek immigrant, didn’t tolerate back talk. Courtland Milloy, Washington Post, 8 Mar. 2023 Learn how to raise responsible kids; put an end to arguing, back talk and begging; avoid power struggles; and preserve loving relationships with your children. Laura Groch, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Oct. 2022 Any rebelliousness or back talk was considered witchcraft, and punished accordingly. Johnny Edwards, ajc, 17 June 2022 Watching Felton brings back talk of Duke Johnson following Hue Jackson around to meetings in 2017. Scott Patsko, cleveland, 31 July 2021
Recent Examples of Synonyms for back talk
Noun
  • Maintain safety by allowing your teen to share sensitive information without judgement, punishment, disrespect, or harsh criticism.
    Sherri Gordon, Parents, 4 Mar. 2025
  • From today’s extended look, director Joseph Kosinski and producer Jerry Bruckheimer have delivered something that’s akin to a Top Gun with lots of riveting, cut-the-corner race scenes that outstrip those of James Mangold’s Ford v. Ferrari (no disrespect) and bromance camaraderie.
    Anthony D'Alessandro, Deadline, 1 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Nothing worse than burning your mouth and chewing then breathing like a dragon.
    Raja Krishnamoorthi, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Apr. 2025
  • It does so by replacing the minerals in your teeth that would otherwise be lost to acid coming from bacteria in your mouth.
    Joseph Choi, The Hill, 9 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Known for her problem-solving skills, quick thinking, and a touch of sass—which often help the gang overcome challenges.
    Lauryn Higgins, Parents, 12 Mar. 2025
  • Julia Montgomery brought her sass to playing Stephanie Tanner on Full House.
    Rachel Flynn, People.com, 26 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • Top-tier speciality ingredients: Essential spice mixes, condiments, sauces, and more—all Bon Appétit–approved.
    The Bon Appétit Staff & Contributors, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 Apr. 2025
  • Now a 900-location behemoth, Graves still insists on keeping the menu limited to just chicken fingers, a handful of sides, a single sauce and no dessert.
    Chase Peterson-Withorn, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025

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“Back talk.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/back%20talk. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.

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