talk through
To go through something carefully by talking about each part of it with someone.
Meanings
To explain a process or situation to someone in detail, guiding them through it.
"The technician talked me through the installation process over the phone."
To discuss a problem or situation thoroughly with someone in order to understand or resolve it.
"Before making a final decision, let's talk through all the pros and cons together."
To speak while something is happening, providing a running commentary or explanation.
"The surgeon talked through the procedure as medical students observed."
Very common in professional, educational, and therapeutic contexts. Can also mean explaining a process to someone in real time while they do it. Separable: 'talk someone through something.'
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