trash talk
noun
: disparaging, taunting, or boastful comments especially between opponents trying to intimidate each other
Examples of trash talk in a Sentence
He had to listen to a lot of trash talk from the other players.
Recent Examples on the Web
Amidst playful banter and some trash talk, the pair’s energy primed an intimate crowd of fans of what to expect for Roots Picnic weekend: an electrifying blend of soulful performances, surprise guest appearances, and a celebration of hip-hop culture that promises unforgettable moments.
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Shelby Stewart, Essence, 4 June 2024
On Tuesday, Tyson posted on X, providing a medical update as well as a little trash talk toward the YouTube-influencer-turned-boxer.
—Chuck Schilken, Los Angeles Times, 28 May 2024
The balance between trash talk and real threats has helped harbor Lamar and Drake’s mutual disdain within the realm of entertainment, instead of something more sinister.
—Shomik Mukherjee, The Mercury News, 19 May 2024
But a pitching staff has a specific identity, and the Orioles’ is built on trash talk.
—Jacob Calvin Meyer, Baltimore Sun, 20 Apr. 2024
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Shelby Stewart, Essence, 4 June 2024
On Tuesday, Tyson posted on X, providing a medical update as well as a little trash talk toward the YouTube-influencer-turned-boxer.
—Chuck Schilken, Los Angeles Times, 28 May 2024
The balance between trash talk and real threats has helped harbor Lamar and Drake’s mutual disdain within the realm of entertainment, instead of something more sinister.
—Shomik Mukherjee, The Mercury News, 19 May 2024
But a pitching staff has a specific identity, and the Orioles’ is built on trash talk.
—Jacob Calvin Meyer, Baltimore Sun, 20 Apr. 2024
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“Trash talk.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/trash%20talk. Accessed 11 Jun. 2024.
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