fast-talk
verb (used with object)
to persuade with facile argument, usually with the intention to deceive or to overwhelm rational objections.
fast-talk
American
[fast-tawk, fahst-]
/ ˈfæstˈtɔk, ˈfɑst- /
verb (used with object)
fast talk
British
noun
verb
Etymology
Origin of fast-talk
An Americanism dating back to 1945–50
Example Sentences
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In fact, his fast-talk evasions deepened my sense of unease.
From Salon ● Jun. 3, 2010
Military lore is replete with tales of slick operators who fast-talk their way past obtuse superiors, navigate bureaucratic absurdities and come out winners.
From Time Magazine Archive
Trip had the quickest tongue of anyone in the troupe, which made him the best man for the job of making sure no one tried to fast-talk or bully their way inside.
From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss
It’s too bad there isn’t more of him in “Molly’s Game,” because, despite Ms. Chastain’s charisma and gift for delivering Mr. Sorkin’s fast talk, Molly isn’t interesting.
From New York Times ● Dec. 24, 2017
Miller plays the character with a bit of Woody Allen self-deprecation and a bit of Mel Brooks/Jerry Seinfeld fast talk.
From Washington Post ● Nov. 17, 2017
A gourmet meal is a kind of magic act, a sleight of hand and heat, often performed with a little misdirection and some fast talk.
From The New Yorker ● Aug. 22, 2016
There is, however, another loss to dissect, along with the makings of a pattern the Broncos certainly don't want to prolong: Start slow, finish fast, talk about what might have been.
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 24, 2012
I drop the fast talk and the charm.
From "All The Bright Places" by Jennifer Niven
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