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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

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spoke out

No such backlash came for Dolly when she spoke out against Tennessee’s anti-trans laws or in support of the George Floyd protests.

From Salon ● Aug. 27, 2026

And after seeing many young pitchers, some still in their teens, undergo the surgery named for him, he spoke out against arm overuse, recommending less than year-round pitching by young arms.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 16, 2026

As the ill-feeling grew, lawmakers in the Scottish parliament spoke out about the impact on businesses.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 6, 2026

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

I think of all the vows I made to Dain, including the one I never spoke out loud: Instead of being afraid, I will become something to fear.

From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black