talk through
Britishverb
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(adverb) to discuss (a problem or situation) in detail
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(preposition) to explain to (a person) all the stages of a process
ask a friend to talk you through the exercise
Example Sentences
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He added that “we’ll talk through price stability and inflation. We’ll talk about the independence of the Fed.”
From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026
To ensure safety, vet your potential guest by reviewing their profile on a home-exchange site and setting up a video call with them to talk through logistics.
From MarketWatch • Feb. 19, 2026
In today’s episode of ICYMI, internet culture reporter Kat Tenbarge and I talk through the most important online moments of 2025.
From Slate • Dec. 28, 2025
Families that visit must talk through a partition.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 29, 2025
“Bigger,” his mother sobbed, trying to talk through her tears.
From "Native Son" by Richard Wright
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