freespeech
nounUK /ˌfriː ˈspiːtʃ/
US /ˌfriː ˈspiːtʃ/
The right to say what you think without getting in trouble.
In our class, we have free speech, so everyone can share their ideas.
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2. The legal right to share opinions and information openly.
The law protects free speech for all citizens.
3. The ability to speak without being stopped or censored.
The internet gives people a kind of free speech across the world.
4. A principle that people should be allowed to criticize their government.
Free speech lets reporters ask leaders tough questions.