talk
verb (used without object)
to communicate or exchange ideas, information, etc., by speaking.
have talked
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present perfectof talk.present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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“While others have talked, I have acted,” he said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 22, 2026
Executives at other branded-goods companies in recent months have talked up their newest concepts: silk diapers, Doritos with protein, Pepsi with fiber, Capri Sun with electrolytes and “hydrating” hot chocolate.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 16, 2026
Everything I have talked about so far is down to the manager.
From BBC ● Jun. 29, 2026
A lot of people have talked about that.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 18, 2026
“Remember what we have talked about here. And remember that you will always know the right decision because it is when you choose from love.”
From "Blood on the River" by Elisa Carbone
