talking point

American  

noun

1. a fact or feature that aids or supports one side, as in an argument or competition.

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Etymology

Origin of talking point

First recorded in 1910–15

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Example Sentences

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talking point

Yet, far from being just a talking point on TikTok, the Resolution Foundation said the findings in its report were "consistent" with the idea of quiet quitting.

From BBC ● Nov. 3, 2026

“He can use it as a talking point and say, ‘I don’t leave any stone unturned.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 9, 2026

The cheating scandal broke the internet and became a pop culture talking point.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 9, 2026

His youth is a huge talking point, as is the fact he'll be pitting his wits against some very experienced operators in the months and years ahead.

From BBC ● Aug. 17, 2026

I at least had some satisfaction in purchasing this farm, for the real estate men were left without a single "talking point."

From The Story of the Soil; from the Basis of Absolute Science and Real Life, by Cyril G. (Cyril George) Hopkins

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