palaver

US /pəˈlæv.ɚ/

UK /pəˈlæv.ɚ/

prolonged and idle discussion

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Let's stop all this palaver and get down to business.

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There was a lot of palaver about the new regulations.

trouble or fuss over something

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All the palaver about getting ready for the trip was exhausting.

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There was no need for such a palaver over a simple mistake.

talk at length or tediously

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He would palaver for hours about his travels.

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Don't palaver with me, just give me a straight answer.