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chalk talk

American  

noun

  1. a talk or lecture in which the speaker illustrates points by drawing on a blackboard.

    The coach gave a chalk talk before the big game.
chalk talk British  

noun

  1. an informal lecture with pertinent points, explanatory diagrams, etc, shown on a blackboard

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Etymology

Origin of chalk talk

An Americanism dating back to 1830–40

Example Sentences

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Showing our appreciation for first responders from the region with a morning chalk talk and meet + greet at @zillow Draft HQ.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 25, 2025

After the game, Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell recalled his first chalk talk with Flores last winter.

From Washington Times • Oct. 4, 2023

In the morning and at night Kruger brings them oats, hay and Strategy – the horse feed, not a chalk talk on fast-break design.

From Forbes • Mar. 25, 2015

Gile said they will focus on film study, chalk talk sessions and drills.

From New York Times • Jan. 7, 2015

They chalk talk or pump iron when the weather gets wicked.

From "The Running Dream" by Wendelin Van Draanen

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