talk up

talk up  {v.}

1. To speak in favor or support of.

Let's talk up the game and get a big crowd.

2. To speak plainly or clearly.

The teacher asked the student to talk up.

Syn.: SPEAK UP.

3.  {informal}

To say what you want or think; say what someone may not like.

Talk up if you want more pie.

George isn't afraid to talk up when he disagrees with the teacher.

Syn.: SPEAK UP.

Compare: SPEAK OUT.