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talk down

The correct spelling is talk down.

How to pronounce talk down

verb

Say it like: Tal-k d-own

The correct spelling is talk down. To negotiate a lower price. For example: "If he offers a very high price, see if you can talk him down before you agree to anything."

Usage Examples

If he offers a very high price, see if you can talk him down before you agree to anything.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To negotiate a lower price.
  2. 2.(flying) Of ground control: to verbally assist someone to land an aircraft.
  3. 3.To convince a person to cease a drastic action or response, such as a suicide attempt or act of rage.
  4. 4.To overcome by spoken argument.

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