talk up

British  

verb

1. (tr, adverb) to speak of or discuss favourably in order to arouse interest or support

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talk up Idioms  

1. Speak in favor of, promote, as in They were talking up their candidate all over the state. [Second half of 1800s]

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talk up

At the same time, Bessent made an effort to talk up the federal government’s financial picture.

From MarketWatch ● Aug. 20, 2026

Founded four years ago and headquartered in Troy, Mich., the Jeff Bezos-backed startup initially counted on a federal tax credit of $7,500 for EVs, allowing the company to talk up a starting price under $20,000.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 20, 2026

While the two countries are quick to talk up their friendship, North Korea's commitment to its nuclear programme has been a thorn in the relationship.

From Barron's ● Jun. 8, 2026

The Dodgers talk up Shohei Ohtani as a Cy Young award contender, and Ohtani has given up one run all season.

From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 23, 2026

Bridge tried to give her a smile and a thumbs-up, but Em was looking at Mr. Partridge, who had stepped away from the light board to talk up at her.

From "Goodbye Stranger" by Rebecca Stead