speak one's piece

Idioms and Phrases

Also, say one's piece . Say what one thinks, or what one usually says or is expected to say. For example, All right, you've spoken your piece; now let someone else have a turn . The piece in this expression alludes to a memorized poem or speech of the kind recited in a classroom. [Mid-1900s]

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