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talk down
verb
- introften foll byto to behave (towards) in a superior or haughty manner
- tr to override (a person or argument) by continuous or loud talking
- tr to give instructions to (an aircraft) by radio to enable it to land
Example Sentences
Inside government officials hope that Wednesday's announcement sets a "ceiling" on negotiations, not the final price, and can be talked down.
The film never once talks down to its young viewers, or believes that they can’t understand complex themes and difficult scenarios.
"I found it hyperbolic, totally overglamourising the work, and it felt like it was talking down to women," she said.
The Conservatives say business confidence has fallen through the floor and say ministers have talked down the economy.
Speaking in the Commons, Stride accused the government of having "talked down the economy" and "crippled businesses" with rises in the Budget to employers' National Insurance contributions.
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