talking the talk

A form of talk the talk — To make statements that profess commitment, knowledgeability, or intended action (especially when the speaker's actual commitment, knowledge, or further action are in doubt).

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Meanings

verb
  1. gerundparticiplepresentpresent participle and gerund of talk the talk
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