speak up

Example Sentences

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Daniel Zhao, Glassdoor’s chief economist, says this metric is a window into whether workers believe they “can speak up, if the organization is transparent and the speed of communications” between different parts of the organization.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 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

Even if they wish to speak up, reporters are limited in what they can say, at least if they wish to keep their jobs.

From Salon • Apr. 24, 2026

Finally he decided he would have to speak up.

From "Charlotte's Web" by E.B. White