be silent

Example Sentences

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"We want to gather all the testimonies and evidence we can to document this and have a complete case. We can't be silent about what happened," she said.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

"There are certain issues you cannot be silent on," she says.

From BBC • May 1, 2026

Brooke Jenkins said she “can’t be silent any longer” and threatened to prosecute any leaders or troops who harass residents in a fiery statement on X.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 11, 2025

Cynthia Lee Fontaine replied, "Trash. But we will continue to ensure we will continue with our rights. We will NOT be silent."

From Salon • Feb. 21, 2025

I don’t need to be silent to see the salt that begins to shine in Miss Joe’s eyes.

From "Hurricane Child" by Kheryn Callender