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talking point

American

noun

a fact or feature that aids or supports one side, as in an argument or competition.

Etymology

Origin of talking point

First recorded in 1910–15

Example Sentences

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Their other big talking point was gold, arguing the question is not if but when to buy the yellow metal.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 24, 2026

"If this war carries on to April, then that will be the main talking point in the Trump-Xi meeting," Benjamin Ho, an assistant professor at the S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies, told AFP.

From Barron's • Mar. 14, 2026

After a season so far, which has seen VAR the talking point on a weekly basis, has a weekend without it shown the potential problems?

From BBC • Feb. 14, 2026

Or have you been surprised that’s been such a talking point now that the movie’s out in the world?

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 12, 2026

"That doesn't seem to me such a strong talking point in your favor," she said thoughtfully.

From Children of the Whirlwind by Scott, Leroy

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