speak up

Example Sentences

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The OMB proposal finally stirred major scientific bodies to speak up.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

Julie said she wanted to speak up to help prevent other people falling victim to similar scams - and to put pressure on dating sites to take action.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

Dunn’s always going to speak up for what’s right.

From Slate • May 26, 2026

“He knows exactly when to stand forward, when to stand back, when to speak up, when to support, when to say the word ‘and’ rather than ‘but,’ ” Makan said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

“But I could speak up and they could dismiss me. I mean, I doubt they’ll take me seriously. They’ll probably just make excuses,” I tell her.

From "Piecing Me Together" by Renée Watson