speaking out

phrasal verb
UK /ˈspiːkɪŋ aʊt/
US /ˈspiːkɪŋ aʊt/

Telling people what you think or feel, even when it is hard.

She was speaking out about the unfair rules at school.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. Saying something loudly and clearly so everyone can hear.

The teacher was speaking out so the whole class could hear her.

3. Publicly stating an opinion, often to support or oppose something.

Many people are speaking out against the new law.

4. Revealing something that was kept secret.

The witness was speaking out about what really happened that night.