speaking out

VERB

make one's position known

Synonyms

WEAK

assert come out with declare have one's say insist let voice be heard make oneself heard make plain say loud and clear sound off speak loudly speak one's mind stand up for

Antonyms

WEAK

be quiet shut up

Example Sentences

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speaking out

Now, families of those on board have begun speaking out publicly, describing concerns about mental health and supply issues aboard the aircraft carrier.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 14, 2026

He has continued this crusade, recently endorsing a $20 minimum wage and speaking out against the proposed Paramount-Warner Bros.

From Salon ● Aug. 6, 2026

He said he hoped speaking out would encourage others to seek help.

From BBC ● Aug. 5, 2026

Nine of the ten women are speaking out for the first time in the BBC documentary titled "Jared Leto: Hollywood’s Dark Secret."

From Barron's ● Jul. 29, 2026

And she was right: I had been speaking out against injustice since ninth grade.

From "Claudette Colvin: Twice Toward Justice" by Phillip Hoose