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speak out

verb

  1. to state one's beliefs, objections, etc, bravely and firmly
  2. to speak more loudly and clearly
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see speak one's mind ; speak up , def. 1.
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They also rely on people not believing those who are willing to speak out.

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The right-wing press exploited this, as well, which likely contributed to his desire to speak out against those who want to use this to sow racial division.

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The new figures come as Newsom has spoken out against President Donald Trump's tariffs and voiced concern about the future of the state's economy.

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Ruth Ehrlich, head of policy and campaigns at the organisation argues the legal changes have "had a chilling effect on the ways all of us are able to speak out for what we believe".

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She praised the parents who were speaking out.

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