talking point

American

noun

a fact or feature that aids or supports one side, as in an argument or competition.

Etymology

Origin of talking point

First recorded in 1910–15

Example Sentences

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Here are five players who provided talking points in the third round of the Six Nations, with a two-week break to come before round four...

From BBC

Here are the main talking points from an enthralling second round of the Six Nations.

From BBC

After a season so far, which has seen VAR the talking point on a weekly basis, has a weekend without it shown the potential problems?

From BBC

There were two key talking points at the first of two pre-season tests in Bahrain - whether the new cars were still "Formula 1", and the performance of the new Red Bull engine.

From BBC

Or have you been surprised that’s been such a talking point now that the movie’s out in the world?

From Los Angeles Times

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