talkathon

American  

[taw-kuh-thon] / ˈtɔ kəˌθɒn /

noun

1. an unusually long speech or discussion, especially on a matter of public interest, as a Congressional filibuster or a televised question-and-answer session with a political candidate.

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Etymology

Origin of talkathon

First recorded in 1930–35; talk + -athon

Example Sentences

Benson and Moorhead followed it up with this gonzo talkathon in which two neighbors become enmeshed in a world of conspiracy theories and supernatural shenanigans, against a backdrop of ominous black smoke and low-flying aircrafts.

From New York Times

Occasionally, grandstanders in the Senate’s ranks stage a pointless talkathon simply for the attention it can draw.

From Washington Post

When Mr. Trump appeared on Mr. Limbaugh’s show in October for a two-hour talkathon, some White House reporters struggled to figure out how to stream it live.

From New York Times

From there, the legislation was doomed, with Democrats filibustering and Republicans, having lost some votes with the broader bill, unable to get the 26 votes needed to end the legislative talkathon.

From Washington Times

Wearing four-inch heels and forgoing any breaks, Pelosi, 77, spent much of the rare talkathon Wednesday reading personal letters from the young immigrants whose temporary protection from deportation is set to expire next month.

From Seattle Times

Related Words

• delaying tactic
• obstruction
• procrastination