🎭 Speak One’s Mind, To: To say what one thinks. The idea of putting the mind’s contents in words is probably ancient, but the expression is first seen in Shakespeare’s works, as, “Give me leave to speak my mind” (As You Like It, 2.7).
Similar Expressions
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Speak One’s Piece: This expression, dating back to the mid-1800s, conveys the act of sharing one’s opinion or making a statement. As C. F. Browne wrote in A. Ward: His Travels (1865), “I have spoken my piece about the Ariel.”
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Have One’s Say: Used frequently in the 19th century, this phrase means to express one’s views or participate in a discussion. In Richard Feverel (1859), George Meredith wrote, “Lobourne had its say on the subject.”
Synonyms
- To articulate
- To voice out
- To put into words
- To express
Antonyms
- To remain silent
- To hold one’s tongue
- To bite one’s tongue
Proverbs & Wit 💬
- “Better to remain silent and be thought a fool, than to speak out and remove all doubt.” — Abraham Lincoln
- “If you have an opinion on something, let it out. If no one cares, at least your soul will.” — W. T. Wittywords
Literature & Culture References 📚
- Books: Speak by Laurie Halse Anderson emphasizes the importance of giving voice to thoughts and feelings.
- Poetry: “O Captain! My Captain!” by Walt Whitman – a compelling poem where emotions are expressed without restraint.
- Songs: Say by John Mayer – encouraging people to say what they need to say despite impediments.
- Movies: Dead Poets Society – features scenes that underscore the importance of expressing one’s thoughts, often epitomized by the line, “O Captain! My Captain!”
Thought-Provoking Farewell 🌈
May you always have the courage to speak your mind, and the wisdom to know when and how to do so.
Ella E. Quixote
