speaking up (Meaning)

speaking up

speak out, to express an opinion freely, to speak loudly and distinctly

The courageous students did not hesitate to speak up against the unfair grading policy.
The CEO encouraged employees to speak up with new ideas and perspectives.
In the town hall meeting, residents voiced their concerns by speaking up about local issues.
The witness withheld crucial information out of fear of speaking up.
The whistleblower faced retaliation for speaking up about unethical practices.
The therapist emphasized the importance of speaking up about mental health challenges.
The young activist urged others to speak up for social justice.
The victim hesitated to speak up about the abuse for years, but found the courage to do so eventually.
During the debate, the candidate avoided speaking up on controversial topics.
The shy student struggled to speak up in class but eventually overcame their fear.

speak out, to express an opinion freely, to speak loudly and distinctly

speaking out, vocal, talky, expansive,communicative, speaking, loquacious, talkative, expatiating, talking

voiceless,mute, inarticulate, speechless,incoherent, incomprehensible,tongue-tied

The courageous students did not hesitate to speak up against the unfair grading policy.

The CEO encouraged employees to speak up with new ideas and perspectives.

In the town hall meeting, residents voiced their concerns by speaking up about local issues.

The witness withheld crucial information out of fear of speaking up.