speak up

verb

1. to speak more loudly
2. to state one's beliefs, objections, etc, bravely and firmly

Example Sentences

"I want to stand up for victims of abuse, whether corporate or domestic, to let them know that they can speak up too."

From BBC

So if 92,000 healthcare workers in the States were killed, I feel like somebody would want to speak up.

From Salon

The 22-year-old from Warrington says she was inspired to try it because she was always scared to speak up at work or make plans with friends.

From BBC

While LaPaglia maintained that her aim with the episode was not to “nitpick everything he’s ever done” but to “speak up for other survivors,” she recalled a few alleged examples of Bryan’s behavior.

From Los Angeles Times

In the two days since his promotion, though, Maiava has tried to speak up more often, doing what he can to rise to the occasion.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• sound off