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as in to speak out
to voice one's opinions freely with force
she never missed a chance to sound off about the latest "stupid" political decisions
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as in to shout
to speak so as to be heard at a distance
the guard captain commanded each sentry to sound off
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Recent Examples of sound off
Goldberg's Hot Topics talk elicited backlash as viewers sounded off in the comments section.
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Jay Stahl, USA TODAY, 14 Nov. 2024
Producer-songwriter Evan Blair remembers the serendipitous moment a distorted guitar pedal abruptly sounded off during his first studio session with Benson Boone.
—Thania Garcia, Variety, 6 Dec. 2024
Here, experts sound off on the three pillars of parenting without raising your voice.
—Beth Greenfield, Fortune Well, 30 Nov. 2024
Denver Nuggets head coach Michael Malone sounded off on his team for its lack of conditioning following a preseason game against the Phoenix Suns on Sunday.
—Ryan Gaydos, Fox News, 16 Oct. 2024
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Jay Stahl, USA TODAY, 14 Nov. 2024
Producer-songwriter Evan Blair remembers the serendipitous moment a distorted guitar pedal abruptly sounded off during his first studio session with Benson Boone.
—Thania Garcia, Variety, 6 Dec. 2024
Here, experts sound off on the three pillars of parenting without raising your voice.
—Beth Greenfield, Fortune Well, 30 Nov. 2024
Denver Nuggets head coach Michael Malone sounded off on his team for its lack of conditioning following a preseason game against the Phoenix Suns on Sunday.
—Ryan Gaydos, Fox News, 16 Oct. 2024
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The poll also found that after the election season, people are more likely to disapprove of celebrities, large companies and professional athletes speaking out about politics.Tom Rogers, Newsweek, 26 Dec. 2024
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After an election season in which endorsements from celebrities such as Taylor Swift made headlines, the survey found that Americans are more likely to disapprove than approve of celebrities, large companies and professional athletes speaking out about politics.David Bauder and Linley Sanders, Los Angeles Times, 26 Dec. 2024
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Upon his return to the stage, Stevie shouted out Berry Gordy — in honor of his 95th birthday and of course, their storied relationship — as well as Mayor Karen Bass for her efforts to combat the homelessness crisis plaguing Los Angeles.Mya Abraham, VIBE.com, 16 Dec. 2024
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And shout out to @birdgangspirits spirits Philadelphia for throwing us some goodies to give away.Gil Macias, People.com, 16 Dec. 2024
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Now there’s even more to cry about, as Lark has wiped Brady’s bank account clean and disappeared into thin air.Jessica Radloff, Glamour, 19 Dec. 2024
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There appeared to be some Mangione supporters present; one woman appeared to be crying during the hearing.Todd Karpovich, Baltimore Sun, 19 Dec. 2024
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Advertisement Frantic rescue efforts that began at flattened buildings after the quake hit early Tuesday afternoon continued 30 hours later, with dozens working in dust and heat with little water to seek those yelling for help inside.Charlotte Graham-McLay, Los Angeles Times, 18 Dec. 2024
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Travis yells mean things to Jimmy, Teeter arrives to start her new job, and Travis makes a horse turn in circles.Kathryn VanArendonk, Vulture, 16 Dec. 2024
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But then a little voice called financial reality piped up.Steven Zeitchik, The Hollywood Reporter, 10 Dec. 2024
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Sunny pipes up that there’s a more detailed family document available, a kaiseigen koseki, but only a blood relative of Masa can request it.Chris Klimek, Vulture, 24 July 2024
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Those in need of shelter from the cold can call 211 to check availability of beds.Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 14 Feb. 2023
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Their children’s schoolmates call the sisters the Puffling Queens.Cheryl Katz, Smithsonian Magazine, 14 Feb. 2023
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Frannie speaks up, saying that Jane doesn’t know how to use money.Lincee Ray, EW.com, 28 Dec. 2024
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In April 2024, the actor, who was characterized and accused of antisemitism, agreed to speak to De Los contributing columnist JP Brammer and opened up about the professional fallout that came from speaking up.Fidel Martinez, Los Angeles Times, 28 Dec. 2024
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Trump, who will take office Jan. 20 and has talked up his plans to make the U.S. as attractive as possible for corporations, was greeted with warmth and enthusiasm from the large crowd that had gathered on the floor.Kevin Breuninger, CNBC, 12 Dec. 2024
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Feige made a live virtual appearance at the opening of the Disney APAC Content Showcase, held in Singapore, and talked up the future of the MCU ahead of The Fantastic Four: First Steps‘ release next year.Sara Merican, Deadline, 20 Nov. 2024
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“Sound off.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sound%20off. Accessed 3 Jan. 2025.
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