Motive
Motive noun - A major object of interest or concern (as in a discussion or artistic composition).
Usage example: the principal motive of the piece was introduced in the flute section
Talking point and motive are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Talking point" instead a noun "Motive".
Talking point
Talking point noun - An especially persuasive point helping to support an argument or discussion.
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Motive and talking point are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Motive" instead a noun phrase "Talking point".
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