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out loud

idiom
Meaning

Using the voice; not silently; aloud.


Examples
SIMPLE

Please read the instructions out loud for the class.

CONTEXTUAL

I often talk to myself out loud when I am trying to solve a difficult problem.

COMPLEX

She hesitated to speak her true feelings out loud, fearing that the weight of her words might irrevocably alter the course of their fragile relationship.

Anchors to
Related idioms4entries
  1. 01

    for crying out loud

    Used to express frustration, exasperation, or annoyance.

  2. 02

    for fucking out loud

    Synonym of for crying out loud.

  3. 03

    say the quiet part loud

    To willingly express a sentiment that is normally considered embarrassing or disreputable to hold; to reveal an ulterior motive.

  4. 04

    think out loud

    To voice one's ideas; to brainstorm.

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