as in spoke up
to voice one's opinions freely with force
it's a free country, so anyone can speak out
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Recent Examples of spoke out
That was when Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins spoke out against arresting farm workers.
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Anna Giaritelli, The Washington Examiner, 24 Apr. 2026
Leo spoke out as the fragile ceasefire that has been in place since April 8 was being tested anew by the standoff over the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
—Claudio Lavanga, NBC news, 23 Apr. 2026
In a cover story with Glamour, the Summer House star, 30, spoke out about her ex Wilson, 31, and close friend Batula, 34, who confirmed their secret romance on March 31 after online speculation.
—Brenton Blanchet, PEOPLE, 17 Apr. 2026
Collins spoke out for the first time at a Wednesday news conference since being blinded at the rally.
—Los Angeles Times, 16 Apr. 2026
Brian spoke out for the first time since the incident.
—Peter D'abrosca , Adam Sabes, FOXNews.com, 9 Apr. 2026
According to Variety, London Mayor Sadiq Khan spoke out about the festival's controversial move.
—Taylor Ardrey, USA Today, 3 Apr. 2026
The international film community—including the Cannes, Berlin, and Venice festivals and the American Cinematheque—spoke out against these persecutions.
—Richard Brody, New Yorker, 27 Mar. 2026
On Tuesday, Ada County Sheriff Matt Clifford spoke out to criticize the Legislature for the 287(g) bill and for not working with law enforcement.
—Idaho Statesman, 26 Mar. 2026
Anna Giaritelli, The Washington Examiner, 24 Apr. 2026
Leo spoke out as the fragile ceasefire that has been in place since April 8 was being tested anew by the standoff over the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
—Claudio Lavanga, NBC news, 23 Apr. 2026
In a cover story with Glamour, the Summer House star, 30, spoke out about her ex Wilson, 31, and close friend Batula, 34, who confirmed their secret romance on March 31 after online speculation.
—Brenton Blanchet, PEOPLE, 17 Apr. 2026
Collins spoke out for the first time at a Wednesday news conference since being blinded at the rally.
—Los Angeles Times, 16 Apr. 2026
Brian spoke out for the first time since the incident.
—Peter D'abrosca , Adam Sabes, FOXNews.com, 9 Apr. 2026
According to Variety, London Mayor Sadiq Khan spoke out about the festival's controversial move.
—Taylor Ardrey, USA Today, 3 Apr. 2026
The international film community—including the Cannes, Berlin, and Venice festivals and the American Cinematheque—spoke out against these persecutions.
—Richard Brody, New Yorker, 27 Mar. 2026
On Tuesday, Ada County Sheriff Matt Clifford spoke out to criticize the Legislature for the 287(g) bill and for not working with law enforcement.
—Idaho Statesman, 26 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for spoke out
Verb
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In March, Grohl spoke up about the aftermath of his announcement in an interview with The Guardian.—
Raven Brunner,
PEOPLE,
22 Apr. 2026
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Guillen never spoke up to correct him.—
Ruben Vives,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Apr. 2026
Verb
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One final command was shouted by the officer.—
Brian Day,
USA Today,
25 Apr. 2026
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However, Tarabel’s sustainability credentials aren’t shouted about, and future guests might appreciate some in-room information on the steps the hotel is taking to minimize their impact.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
Verb
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In March, Nvidia talked up forthcoming silicon that can enable models to rapidly respond to users' questions, thanks to technology obtained in its $20 billion deal with chip startup Groq.—
Jordan Novet,
CNBC,
22 Apr. 2026
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Last month, the company also talked up its efforts to double Leo’s launch frequency and pack more satellites into each rocket.—
Michael Kan,
PC Magazine,
9 Apr. 2026
Verb
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His mother attended each graduation and cried.—
Jan Goldsmith,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 Apr. 2026
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Anthony also cried and asked officers whether Metcalf would be OK, and asked whether the stabbing could be considered self-defense.—
Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
22 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Nabers yelled out, rising from a couch and limping around the room.—
Pat Leonard,
New York Daily News,
24 Apr. 2026
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Another officer t ased Garcia, who yelled out and stepped further away from the bushes.—
Sierra van der Brug,
Oc Register,
23 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Garrett Tyrrell of Durango, sitting to her right, piped up.—
Sean Keeler,
Denver Post,
12 Apr. 2026
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The water is piped up to the data center for liquid cooling of the servers.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
3 Mar. 2026
Verb
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During Wednesday’s interview, Carter also sounded off on the state of the game globally.—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
20 Apr. 2026
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New York families sounded off at a public hearing Tuesday night over a plan to launch the city’s first public high school focused on artificial intelligence ahead of a key vote later this month.—
Cayla Bamberger,
New York Daily News,
15 Apr. 2026
Verb
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These festivities are called Passion plays.—
Chris Wiley,
New Yorker,
28 Apr. 2026
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Disturbed gravesite reported Deputies were called to Davis Memorial Gardens in Lufkin after a report of a disturbed gravesite, the sheriff's office said in a social media post.—
Doug Myers,
CBS News,
27 Apr. 2026
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“Spoke out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spoke%20out. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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