freedom of expression

noun phrase

: the right to express one's opinions freely

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Drag is a wonderful and versatile art form that offers joy and freedom of expression. Rachel Del Guidice, FOXNews.com, 11 May 2026 Yes, freedom of expression applies to hecklers, too. Editorial, Boston Herald, 9 May 2026 As dissidents are detained, journalists jailed, and freedom of expression extinguished, lawyers are often the last line of defense. Irwin Cotler, Time, 8 May 2026 Yes, freedom of expression applies to hecklers, too. Las Vegas Review-Journal, Twin Cities, 7 May 2026 Representing its members, WAN-IFRA works on issues involving technical standards, media ownership, copyright, digital policy, and freedom of expression. Marlen Bartsch, Encyclopedia Britannica, 27 Apr. 2026 Or, in the case of UNESCO’s World Book Capitals, making a beeline for cities dedicated to fostering literacy, lifelong learning, copyright protection and freedom of expression. Connor Sturges, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Apr. 2026 Morocco’s constitution generally guarantees freedom of expression, and the country is seen as relatively moderate compared to others in the Middle East. ABC News, 28 Mar. 2026 The conviction of Souhaib Qabli, known as L7assal, is part of Morocco’s escalating crackdown on young musicians and activists voicing dissent, despite constitutional guarantees of freedom of expression. Los Angeles Times, 28 Mar. 2026

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“Freedom of expression.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/freedom%20of%20expression. Accessed 13 May. 2026.

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