as in speaking out
to voice one's opinions freely with force
got in trouble for spouting off in class in a disrespectful way
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The 79-year-old president appeared on Pod Force One with Miranda Devine in an interview that aired on Wednesday, June 3, speaking out against Pelley, who was fired from his role on 60 Minutes on Tuesday, June 2.—
Rachel McRady,
PEOPLE,
3 June 2026 -
Taylor’s brother, Morris Sylver, is now speaking out and calling for an end to gun violence.—
Maveah Griffith,
Charlotte Observer,
3 June 2026
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The common source is fear, to the point where people stop speaking up.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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Rehearsals for a Revolution is a cautionary tale about speaking up in a place where rebellion can cost you your livelihood, and quite possibly your life.—
Jordan Mintzer,
HollywoodReporter,
17 May 2026
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Turn to face the shore, tread water, and signal for help by shouting or waving your arms.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
3 June 2026
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Some people trapped inside were seen hanging from windows and shouting for help as flames and smoke swept through parts of the building.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
3 June 2026
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Wellness influencers and social media personalities are talking up bovine colostrum as a must-have supplement to support gut health among a range of other benefits.—
Ari Daniel,
NPR,
1 June 2026
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Trump has ignited various trade wars, and keeps talking up a possible conflict with Cuba.—
Tom Nichols,
The Atlantic,
26 May 2026
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Younger Republican voters and GOP contrarians are piping up to challenge the broad consensus in the Republican Party that has been in lockstep with policy on Israel.—
Kristina Karisch,
The Hill,
19 Aug. 2025
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Fans are probably lining up for scones in hopes of spotting Ashley crying behind the counter.—
Tom Smyth,
Vulture,
8 June 2026
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Both Jesse and Ashley were emotionally distraught and crying throughout the video.—
Emily St. Martin,
Los Angeles Times,
5 June 2026
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Shooting outside a bar near TD Garden The Boston Police Patrolmen’s Association is sounding off after a shooting outside a popular bar near TD Garden sent patrons frantically searching for cover.—
Lance Reynolds,
Boston Herald,
27 May 2026
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Quick bites → Costco shoppers are sounding off after a beloved food court favorite gets a surprising swap.—
Staff,
FOXNews.com,
14 May 2026
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Two videos soon began circulating on social media showing a contestant, Vasana Montgomery, appearing to say the N-word on camera — once while singing a song and another time while yelling at an arcade game.—
Angela Yang,
NBC news,
31 May 2026
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The episode ended with Fern yelling to her Nazi boyfriend Wayne that Rue had broken into the safe in Laurie's basement.—
Monica Mercuri,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
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“Spouting (off).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spouting%20%28off%29. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.
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