talks

[tɔːks]

talks Definition

• 1. a conversation or discussion between two or more people
• 2. formal discussions between governments or organizations in order to reach an agreement

Using talks: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "talks" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  We had talks about the future of the company.

• Example

  The peace talks between the two countries are ongoing.

• Example

  The union is in talks with management over pay increases.

• Example

  The government has entered into talks with opposition leaders.

talks Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for talks

• chats
• conversations
• discussions
• dialogues
• negotiations
• deliberations

Antonyms for talks

• silence
• quietness

Phrases with talks

• talks break down

  when negotiations or discussions fail to reach an agreement

  Example

  The talks between the two sides broke down after several hours of discussion.

• talks resume

  when negotiations or discussions start again after a pause or interruption

  Example

  The peace talks resumed after a brief hiatus.

• talks stall

  when negotiations or discussions come to a standstill and no progress is being made

  Example

  The talks between the two sides have stalled due to disagreements over key issues.

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Summary: talks in Brief

The term 'talks' [tɔːks] refers to conversations or discussions between two or more people, as well as formal discussions between governments or organizations in order to reach an agreement. It can be used in phrases like 'talks break down,' when negotiations fail, and 'talks resume,' when they start again after a pause. Synonyms include 'conversations,' 'discussions,' and 'negotiations.'