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speak out

British  

verb

  1. to state one's beliefs, objections, etc, bravely and firmly

  2. to speak more loudly and clearly

"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

speak out Idioms  
  1. see speak one's mind; speak up, def. 1.


Example Sentences

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"For several years now, we have been resisting their overreach, including their efforts to muzzle us from speaking out for human rights, for peace," she said.

From BBC

The NFL considers officiating criticism “conduct detrimental to the league,” and has fined players and coaches for speaking out.

From Los Angeles Times

As to why she chose to speak out now, Ms Cabot told the Times "...it's not over for me, and it's not over for my kids. The harassment never ended".

From BBC

"We know he was a voice for many people around the country. He spoke out bravely about issues not many people were willing to speak about. This is a tremendous loss."

From BBC

He became an international figure, speaking out against antisemitism, after the shooting.

From Los Angeles Times