idle chatter

Example Sentences

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Like Havel, he hated idle chatter and would reply to discussions on the wrongs of the world with, "Well, what are we going to do about it?"

From Reuters • Nov. 12, 2023

Meanwhile, your relationship with her takes on an easier rapport since you secured that seat; maybe you even sprinkle in some idle chatter or a wry observation with your drink order.

From Salon • Jun. 24, 2023

Now the playoff talk is no longer just idle chatter.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 22, 2021

There’s a lot of idle chatter, quite a bit of rejection, and a more than healthy serving of flakiness.

From Slate • Mar. 8, 2021

A few moments of small talk and idle chatter followed until the general cleared his throat.

From "The Kite Runner" by Khaled Hosseini