speak for

verb

1. to speak as a representative of (other people)
2. speak for itself
   to be so evident that no further comment is necessary
3. speak for yourself informal.
   used as an imperative do not presume that other people agree with you

Example Sentences

Helen is speaking for the first time, after feeling silenced for 35 years, in part because of a Harrods non-disclosure agreement that she was told to sign.

From BBC

She dedicated the prize to "all the people who speak for and not against the earth and work for and not against peace".

From BBC

A spokesperson for Trump distanced the incoming president from the remarks, saying Mr Lanza "does not speak for him".

From BBC

To win, the party will have to bring more Latino men back into its fold by speaking for their interests.

From Los Angeles Times

Some provide captions, while others let the pictures speak for themselves.

From Los Angeles Times

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