speak out
Britishverb
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to state one's beliefs, objections, etc, bravely and firmly
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to speak more loudly and clearly
Example Sentences
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Military authorities put effort into messaging that ultimately obscures responsibility and causality, and family members who speak out sometimes fear real repercussions for themselves and loved ones.
From Salon ● Sep. 19, 2026
Brooke Broussard—Bagwell’s niece and a special-education teacher in Abbeville—has been encouraging locals to speak out against the project.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 25, 2026
Stephenson has accepted £2,000 in compensation from Travelodge; however, she hopes the company will be more vigilant in the future and that people will have the courage to speak out.
From BBC ● Aug. 8, 2026
Gov. Gavin Newsom and his cabinet leaders also have been calling on the public to speak out.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 7, 2026
Scientists speak out against the use of certain neonicotinoids, and some countries limit or ban their use on crops, but the rate of collapse remains unchanged.
From "We Are the Ants" by Shaun David Hutchinson
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