talk over

1. Discuss thoroughly, as in Let's talk over the entire plan and see if we discover any flaws . [First half of 1700s]

2. Win someone over by persuasion, as in We talked them over to our point of view . [First half of 1800s] Also see talk around .

Example Sentences

Eddie Howe's Newcastle had held a long-standing interest in Trafford and it is understood the player was "super excited" about the prospect of joining the Magpies, but talks over a fee became protracted.

From BBC

The UK is set to begin talks over British companies' ability to contribute to military projects funded by EU defence loans.

From BBC

Musk had previously expressed support for Farage and had reportedly been in talks over donating money to the party.

From BBC

As he talked over old times with Selig, the former commissioner realized everything old is new again.

From Los Angeles Times

The warning comes after talks over the cost of medicines for the UK between Heath Secretary Wes Streeting and pharma firms broke down last week.

From BBC

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