Meaning of Talonner – French Verb

Talonner means to prod or urge on, usually in a figurative sense.

Examples of talonner in Every Day Usage

1. Je vais devoir talonner mes collègues pour qu’ils rendent leurs rapports à temps. (I will have to push my colleagues to turn in their reports on time.)

2. Les médias ont commencé à talonner le politicien pour obtenir une interview exclusive. (The media started to hound the politician to get an exclusive interview.)

3. Le chien a talonné le chat jusqu’à ce qu’il abandonne sa proie. (The dog chased after the cat until it gave up its prey.)

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