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Meaning of the word "speak out" in English

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speak out

US /spiːk aʊt/
UK /spiːk aʊt/
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Phrasal Verb

1.

to state one's opinion publicly and loudly, especially in protest or defense

Example:
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It's important to speak out against injustice.
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She decided to speak out about the corruption she witnessed.
Synonym:
protestadvocateexpressdeclarestate
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