talk over
The phrase "talk over" has versatile uses in conversation, including discussing matters in detail, persuading someone, or interrupting another speaker.
Definition
B2General
(common)To discuss something thoroughly, often to consider different aspects or to make a decision.
Example
- We need to talk over the new project plans before the meeting.
B2General
(common)To interrupt or speak louder than someone else, making them unheard.
Example
- He kept trying to talk over me during the debate.
C1Persuasion
(less common)To persuade someone to do something or change their mind.
Example
- She managed to talk him over to her point of view.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "talk over":
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