spoke 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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spoke out

The North Yorkshire and South Durham Cricket League spoke out in the wake of worldwide interest in an alleged incident that has led to a player being suspended by the club.

From BBC ● Jul. 31, 2026

Following the ceremony, Chief Rabbi Schudrich spoke out against divisive narratives surrounding the history of the massacre.

From Barron's ● Jul. 10, 2026

Although he never officially requested a trade, he spoke out against the analytics models that he believed undersold his value to his team.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 3, 2026

They held signs reading “Love your neighbor as yourself,” cheered as local clergy-turned-activists spoke out against the ruling and joined the World House Choir in protest song.

From Salon ● Jun. 27, 2026

I felt so happy I spoke out of turn.

From "Joey Pigza Swallowed the Key" by Jack Gantos