talk the talk

idiom

: to say that one will do things

Sure, she talks the talk, but can she walk the walk? Will she actually do what she promises?

Examples of talk the talk in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web This shift provides a sense of reassurance and security, reminding us to not just talk the talk but also walk the walk. —

Valerie Mesa, Peoplemag, 7 June 2024 Schools talk the talk about limiting screen time and the dangers of social media, says Kate’s dad, Russ Bulkeley. —

Jocelyn Gecker, Fortune, 5 June 2024 The Board should choose a candidate who will do the work, not just talk the talk. —

Baltimore Sun Media, Baltimore Sun, 11 Apr. 2024 Unfortunately, Schwalb’s office doesn’t just talk the talk. —

The Editors, National Review, 2 Feb. 2024 See all Example Sentences for talk the talk

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