"talk the talk" meaning in English

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          "text": "When it comes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, he talks the talk, but it remains to be seen if he walks the walk.",
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          "text": "Some leaders only talk the talk but aren't prepared to take any risks.",
          "type": "example"
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          "text": "Byford talks the talk, and he does it well.",
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        "To make statements that profess commitment, knowledgeability, or intended action (especially when the speaker's actual commitment, knowledge, or further action are in doubt)."
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        "(idiomatic) To make statements that profess commitment, knowledgeability, or intended action (especially when the speaker's actual commitment, knowledge, or further action are in doubt)."
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        {
          "word": "walk the walk"
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        {
          "word": "money talks, bullshit walks"
        },
        {
          "word": "talk a good game"
        }
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