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speak out

/spiːk aʊt/

[/spiːk aʊt/]

express openly

Intermediateverb

Definition

To express your opinions publicly and firmly, especially about something wrong.

Example

She spoke out against the unfair rule.

She spoke out against the unfair rule.

Etymology

From 'speak' plus 'out', expressing views openly.

How & Where It’s Used

Common for public expression of opinion.

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