small talk
Example Sentences
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Imagine if you’re a nominee, getting shuttled to and fro, shaking hands and making small talk.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 15, 2026
The small talk of a taxi ride is the beating heart of British chit-chat - a soundtrack to thousands of journeys across London and beyond.
From BBC • Feb. 21, 2026
The question is nothing more than a politician’s well-worn small talk, but Travis says, gravely, “You should clean up this city here.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 6, 2026
It’s an offering that doesn’t require perfect timing, small talk, or even a shared schedule.
From Salon • Jan. 27, 2026
He makes small talk with me while everyone gathers their things and leaves the classroom.
From "Piecing Me Together" by Renée Watson
