talking point

Frequency: 7.09.8 per million words

A topic that invites discussion or argument. Used in both BrE and AmE.

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  • The possibility of an interest rate cut is a major talking point in the City.
  • The economy is always a major talking point during elections.
  • Senate Democrats issued these talking points.
  • Her controversial statement became the main talking point of the conference.
  • The new policy proposal became a central talking point in political debates.
  • The new policy has generated much debate and is a common talking point among citizens.
  • Her controversial remarks quickly turned into a heated talking point on social media.
  • For many sports fans, the referee's decision was the biggest talking point after the game.
  • The team's unexpected victory was a positive talking point for local sports fans.
  • The company's innovative product quickly became a talking point in the industry.
  • He always has several talking points ready for his interviews.
  • His unusual fashion sense is often a talking point at social gatherings.
  • The latest climate report provided many sobering talking points for environmental activists.
  • The unexpected plot twist served as an excellent talking point for critics.
  • During the family dinner, the children's academic achievements were a proud talking point.
  • Environmental issues are increasingly becoming a global talking point.
  • The innovative design of the new smartphone is its main talking point.
  • The manager introduced a new talking point at the meeting to shift the discussion.
  • The recent economic changes have become a significant talking point among financial analysts.
  • Despite the agreement, several unresolved issues remained significant talking points.