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speaking up

VERB

make one's position known

Synonyms

WEAK

assert come out with declare have one's say insist let voice be heard make oneself heard make plain say loud and clear sound off speak loudly speak one's mind stand up for

Antonyms

WEAK

be quiet shut up

VERB

assert

Synonyms

STRONGEST

sound off

WEAK

assert declare insist make plain speak loudly speak out

Example Sentences

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There’s a valuable lesson about the power of speaking up.

From Salon • May 29, 2026

Most people stop speaking up not because they’re afraid, but because nothing changes.

From MarketWatch • May 6, 2026

Several current and former firefighters told The Times that it’s often easier to keep their mouths shut than deal with the ramifications of speaking up.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2026

Some are speaking up, but I don't yet detect a groundswell of pressure.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

“Yeah,” I said, speaking up on Augustus’s behalf.

From "The Fault in Our Stars" by John Green