Meaning of 'Talk a blue streak'
What does the saying 'Talk a blue streak' mean?
Idiom: Talk a blue streak
Meaning:
If someone talks a blue streak, they speak quickly and at length.
('Talk up a blue streak' is also used.)
Country: American English 
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Subject Area: Colours |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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