speak up

Example Sentences

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People were often too afraid to speak up about a missing loved one.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

She has traveled to Washington, D.C., with the group to speak up for older borrowers.

From Salon • Mar. 17, 2026

Team USA athlete Rich Ruohonen didn’t shrink from his Olympic moment—nor from his chance to speak up for Minnesota.

From Slate • Feb. 27, 2026

"I think once she decided to participate, she came to speak up," Mor says.

From BBC • Feb. 15, 2026

He rests his hand on my shoulder, and after I take a deep breath, I speak up.

From "Amina's Voice" by Hena Khan