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talk down
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1.
US
UK
general
informal
disparaging
To speak to someone in a condescending or patronizing manner, implying they are inferior.
2.
general
neutral
To calm or persuade someone to desist from a dangerous, disruptive, or emotional action, often by speaking to them reassuringly.
To communicate with and guide a person or vehicle (for example, an aircraft) to a safe outcome by remote instruction or negotiation.
3.
general
neutral
business
To cause the price or value of something to be reduced through negotiation or persuasive argument.
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