speak out
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
He added: "We just thought it was right to speak out, hopefully the powers-that-be at Travelodge will get this sorted, and save something bad happening in the future."
From BBC ● Aug. 4, 2026
We should be clear, too, that Bernie Moreno’s decision to speak out against Miller doesn’t seem to stem from an obligation to his family or his own moral code.
From Slate ● Aug. 3, 2026
Despite that, there are hopes that “Jared Leto: Hollywood’s Dark Secret” will encourage other potential victims to speak out.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 31, 2026
"Everyone needs to be involved with this. People should feel obligated to speak out regardless of who they are. Everyone knows someone affected by this. It's quite simple."
From BBC ● Jul. 28, 2026
Many leaders in the civil rights struggle were afraid to speak out against the war, fearing they would be branded as unpatriotic, and the civil rights movement would be damaged.
From "Boots on the Ground: America's War in Vietnam" by Elizabeth Partridge
![]()