Topic
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Pro Tip 1/3
Conversation Starter
Use 'topic' to introduce what you want to talk about or shift to a new subject. Let's change the topic. Have you traveled recently?
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Stay Relevant
Make sure the topic relates to the conversation. Going off-topic confuses the listener. We're getting off topic; let's focus on the issue at hand.
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Debate Subject
A 'hot topic' is a subject with lots of current interest and debate. Climate change is a hot topic right now.