speaking out 1 of 2

adjective

Definition of speaking outnext
as in speaking up

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speaking out

2 of 2

verb

present participle of speak out
as in spouting (off)
to voice one's opinions freely with force it's a free country, so anyone can speak out

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  1. vocal
  2. communicative
  3. expansive
  4. yelling
Adjective
  • The film will star vocal talent from the series including Melanie Zanetti and David McCormack as Bluey’s mum and dad, Chilli and Bandit Heeler, and music created by Bluey composer Joff Bush.
    Alex Weprin, The Hollywood Reporter, 17 Dec. 2024
  • The trans model is vocal on transgender rights, serving as an ambassador for the gender variant and transgender youth charity Mermaids, and has spoken passionately about the bid to put a stop to female genital mutilation.
    Max Goldbart, Deadline, 16 Dec. 2024
Definition of vocal
Adjective
  • Someone who isn't communicative and can't face difficult discussions might resort to passive aggressiveness instead of self-reflection.
    Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
  • And being more communicative even in my family, being more open, vulnerable and being a little better with my words of affirmation. Martin: Did your parents embrace that part of American culture?
    Rachel Martin, NPR, 24 Nov. 2024
Definition of communicative
Adjective
  • Congress ultimately undid a record 16 rules at the outset of Trump’s first term, marking the most expansive use of the CRA to date.
    David Sivak, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 17 Dec. 2024
  • There’s even an expansive private patio with Magic Kingdom views.
    Carly Caramanna, Parents, 17 Dec. 2024
Definition of expansive
Verb
  • The house’s owner, who was outside, ran at the dog, yelling, using some choice words.
    James Parker, The Atlantic, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Witnesses claim the confrontation began when Holcomb approached Payne and her friend outside the club, reportedly yelling at them.
    Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of yelling
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speaking one's mind

speaking out

speaking (to or with)

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