Idiom
talking point
Meanings
A topic or idea that people find interesting and talk about.
A prepared key message or argument used to support a position in a discussion, interview, or debate.
Definition
A talking point is an interesting or important idea that people discuss, often used to guide a conversation or argument.
A talking point is a specific idea, fact, or issue that people mention when discussing a topic. It is often used in meetings, interviews, debates, or presentations to keep the conversation focused. Talking points can be neutral discussion topics or prepared arguments meant to persuade others.
Examples
- Her new haircut became a talking point at the office.
- The report’s shocking numbers were the main talking point in the meeting.
- He went into the interview with three talking points prepared.
- The coach gave the team a few talking points for the press conference.
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