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sound off

British  

verb

  1. to proclaim loudly, as in venting one's opinions, grievances, etc

  2. to speak angrily

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

sound off Idioms  
  1. Express one's views vigorously and loudly, as in Dad's always sounding off about higher taxes. This expression probably comes from the original meaning, that is, “strike up a military band.” [Early 1900s]


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Plus, WSJ readers sound off on their EVs, what happened when a man fell in love with Gemini and AI companies that “come in peace.”

From The Wall Street Journal Apr. 12, 2026

However, if Cris is announcing a game, I watch with the sound off.

From Los Angeles Times Nov. 29, 2025

In her post-debate reaction, MSNBC’s Rachel Maddow repeated the wisdom many TV experts have shared about debates, which is that you can ascertain all you need to know with the sound off.

From Salon Sep. 11, 2024

After the sentencing, St Cyr took to social media to sound off.

From Seattle Times Sep. 13, 2023

I turn the phone’s sound off, then throw it onto the couch so I can’t see it.

From "Warcross" by Marie Lu

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