talking point

noun

Synonyms of talking pointnext
: 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.
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But this year, what stood out to me was that the classics were becoming talking points on my social media feeds. — Kayla Hayempour, NBC news, 16 Oct. 2026 Sand stands as a stark contrast to other Democrats running in solidly blue states, such as Michigan Senate candidate Abdul el Sayed, who have embraced talking points from the Democratic Socialists of America. — Gabrielle M. Etzel, The Washington Examiner, 13 Oct. 2026 An employee explains the idea to a customer without talking points. — Amanda Simonian, Forbes.com, 25 Sep. 2026 Chris McKenna and Conor O’Neill break down the talking points from Old Trafford. — Chris McKenna, New York Times, 16 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for talking point

Word History

First Known Use

1862, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of talking point was in 1862

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