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speak out

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

Example Sentences

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Asked about the US president's remarks as he arrived in Algiers, the Pope said he had "no fear" of the Trump administration and that he would continue to speak out against war.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

Unfortunately for her, her decision to speak out about it has all but ensured that no one’s going to forget it anytime soon.

From Slate • Apr. 10, 2026

She added that many families had been too afraid to speak out while the STC and the UAE were in charge.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

Roan has shown that she’s not afraid to speak out when she does feel a fan has overstepped.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 22, 2026

She gives me courage to speak out, so I raise my hand.

From "Blended" by Sharon M. Draper