freedom of speech

noun phrase

: the legal right to express one's opinions freely

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The party has become increasingly authoritarian, adopting laws that are similar to those used by Russia to crack down on freedom of speech. Democrat-Gazette Staff From Wire Reports, arkansasonline.com, 27 Oct. 2024 He was known for his work supporting the reform agenda of President Mirziyoyev, working towards enhanced freedom of speech, independent journalism and greater transparency in state institutions. Melik Kaylan, Forbes, 26 Oct. 2024 Eminem first spoke, wearing a Detroit Tigers hat, to introduce Obama and encourage folks to vote while highlighting the importance of freedom of speech. Rolling Stone, 22 Oct. 2024 The letter cited a list of women who are currently in prison or have had their right to leave their homes or travel restricted, for having spoken up publicly in favor of freedom of speech or women’s rights. Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 21 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for freedom of speech 

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“Freedom of speech.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/freedom%20of%20speech. Accessed 12 Nov. 2024.

Legal Definition

freedom of speech

: the right to express information, ideas, and opinions free of government restrictions based on content and subject only to reasonable limitations (as the power of the government to avoid a clear and present danger) especially as guaranteed by the First and Fourteenth Amendments to the U.S. Constitution see also free speech compare censorship, prior restraint
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