talk over

1. Discuss thoroughly, as in Let's talk over the entire plan and see if we discover any flaws . [First half of 1700s]

2. Win someone over by persuasion, as in We talked them over to our point of view . [First half of 1800s] Also see talk around .

Example Sentences

Efforts for a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah have intensified, with a US envoy expected to return to Lebanon for talks over a possible deal, amid an escalation of Israel’s air attacks across the country.

From BBC

“Malcolm was the first person I talked to. We talked over Zoom and he revealed himself to be an artistic twin.”

From Los Angeles Times

On the other, you have Baier trying to show he's tough by antagonizing and talking over her.

From Salon

Planned strikes by RMT staff on the London Underground have been called off following talks over pay between the union and Transport for London.

From BBC

Discussions on the program often become angry, with guests talking over each other while Phillip tries to maintain control.

From Los Angeles Times

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