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

"I do think people like myself speaking out loud is important. If I can help one person, then it's all been worth it."

From BBC ● Sep. 3, 2026

County Superior Court, alleging he faced retaliation for speaking out about misconduct.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 26, 2026

The protests resulted in significant delays, with players speaking out against the actions and referees threatening to cancel matches.

From Barron's ● Aug. 20, 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

An elf speaking out against a noblewoman in her own home.

From "The Assassination of Brangwain Spurge" by M.T. Anderson and Eugene Yelchin