pillow talk
Americannoun
noun
Usage
What does pillow talk mean? Pillow talk is affectionate, intimate conversations in bed or in private between romantic partners.How do you pronounce pillow talk?[ pil-oh tawk ]
Etymology
Origin of pillow talk
First recorded in 1935–40
Example Sentences
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Discussing credit scores with your partner isn’t anyone’s idea of pillow talk.
From Seattle Times
Its cloud-like feel would be the pillow talk of the jailhouse.
From Washington Post
No sweet pillow talk, no shared emotional exchanges.
From Washington Post
The very same solar equipment Dr. Stachel used to call “an eyesore” in their backyard now was the subject of their pillow talk.
From New York Times
Fox News' decision desk doubled down on its call in the face of mounting pressure, prompting Hannity, an informal adviser said to have pillow talk with Trump, to publicly lash out at his own colleagues.
From Salon
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