
Talk at
One-way Communication
Using 'talk at' usually implies the speaker doesn't allow for a two-way conversation or response.
During the meeting, the boss just talked at us without taking any feedback.
Negative Connotation
'Talk at' often carries a negative feeling, suggesting the listener may feel ignored or undervalued.
I felt so frustrated when he just talked at me.
Not for Dialogue
Avoid 'talk at' if you want to indicate a positive, engaging conversation; it's not suitable for that.
She wouldn't talk with me, she only talked at me.
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