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outspoken

[aut-spoh-kuhn] / ˈaʊtˈspoʊ kən /


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While a changed Congress could see US lawmakers more outspoken in support of the alliance, the direction of travel is already set with Europe stepping up efforts to take more responsibility for its defence.

From Barron's ● Oct. 28, 2026

Shkreli was outspoken in defending the price increase.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 13, 2026

On Thursday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi led tributes to the actor, praising Patekar's versatility and outspoken personality.

From BBC ● Oct. 8, 2026

Debra Tate, Sharon Tate’s sister, has been an outspoken advocate for keeping Krenwinkel and other former followers of Manson behind bars.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 7, 2026

Her name-brand jeans and fleece are the preferred uniform of Poplar Springs students, and if she weren’t so outspoken, she’d blend in with everyone else.

From "A Place at the Table" by Saadia Faruqi and Laura Shovan


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