There's no point talking about it. vs There's no point in talking about it.

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in slightly different contexts. "There's no point talking about it." is more informal and conversational, while "There's no point in talking about it." is more formal and structured. The choice between the two depends on the tone and style of communication you want to convey.

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There's no point talking about it.

This phrase is correct and commonly used in informal contexts.

This phrase is commonly used in informal conversations to express that discussing a particular topic is not worthwhile or useful.

Examples:

There's no point talking about the past. Let's focus on the future.
There's no point talking about it if no one is willing to listen.
There's no point talking about the weather when we have more important issues to address.
There's no point talking about it now; we can discuss it later.
There's no point talking about things that are beyond our control.

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Where? There's no point in even talking about it.
That means that there's really no point To keep talking about it.
He was a bad man- no point talking about it now.
I just don't see the point in talking about it.
There's no point in even talking about it.
No point talking about, what you can't control.
Pete, there's no point in going on about it till I've seen what you're actually talking about.
Without suitable rules against counterfeiting, there is no point talking about measures to relaunch the European economy.
The subject-matter is most apt for Lahti, an area which for a long time has had a high profile as a centre of excellence in environmental technology - because there is no point talking about energy without energy efficiency.
I don't know if he even knows the talking points about the bill.
I don't know if he even knows the talking points about the bill.
There's no reason to hurt more people by talking about it.
There's no point in arguing about it.
There's no point in fighting about it.
There's still a lot to work out. So, probably shouldn't even be talking about it.
There's no reason to hurt more people by talking about it.
There's no point talking to you.
There's no point talking badly of him now.
There's no point talking to the minority leader.
Don't move yet, or there's no point talking anymore.

Alternatives:

There's no use discussing it.
It's pointless to talk about it.
Talking about it won't change anything.
It's a waste of time to talk about it.
There's no need to bring it up.

There's no point in talking about it.

This phrase is correct and more formal than the first option.

This phrase is suitable for more formal or structured contexts where a more polished language is preferred. It conveys the idea that discussing a particular topic is not beneficial or necessary.

Examples:

There's no point in talking about it further; the decision has been made.
There's no point in talking about it with someone who doesn't understand the situation.
There's no point in talking about it until we have all the facts.
There's no point in talking about it if it only leads to arguments.
There's no point in talking about it without considering all perspectives.

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Where? There's no point in even talking about it.
I just don't see the point in talking about it.
That means that there's really no point To keep talking about it.
He was a bad man- no point talking about it now.
There's no point in even talking about it.
Unless this need is met, there is no point in talking about improving healthcare or developing education.
Pete, there's no point in going on about it till I've seen what you're actually talking about.
There is no point in talking about projects to extend the European rail network until complete liberalisation has taken place.
There is no point in talking about a Europe of diversity unless we provide people with the proper skills in languages that will enhance that goal.
Unless forests are protected from fires, there is no point in talking about biodiversity, because when fires occur, they burn down everything.
I think it's mute point, like there's no point in talking about it anymore, so it's "mute."
There's no hope your parents would let you go, so what's the point in talking about it?
But what's the point in talking about it when there's nothing to be done?
There's no point in arguing about it.
There's no point in fighting about it.
There's no point in talking, 'cause you don't get it.
So there is no point in talking any more about refugees - this burden on all countries and particularly the poorest ones as well as the international community - without also talking about prevention and I should like to thank Mr Howitt for having done so.
Poverty has not been eradicated or reduced; on the contrary it is rising and we know full well that, with so many people living below the poverty line, there is no point in talking about protecting productive resources, renewable sources of energy and so on.
If we do not have the strength to focus our financial resources on projects for the future - and that will involve altercations, debates and decisions - then there is no point in talking about innovation and research only to then fail to make the necessary funds available.
If I'm relaxing, there's no point in being casual about it.

Alternatives:

There's no purpose in discussing it.
It serves no purpose to talk about it.
Talking about it is futile.
It's fruitless to talk about it.
There's no reason to discuss it.

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There's no point talking about it. vs There's no point in talking about it.