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speak (one's) mind speak (one's) mindTo voice one's thoughts plainly or bluntly. Can I just speak my mind, even though you probably won't like what I have to say?See also: mind, speakspeak one's mindFig. to say frankly what one thinks (about something). Please let me speak my mind, and then you can do whatever you wish. You can always depend on John to speak his mind. He'll let you know what he really thinks.See also: mind, speakspeak one's mindAlso, speak out. Say what one really thinks, talk freely and fearlessly, as in Will you give me a chance to speak my mind or am I supposed to agree with everything you say? or Jan welcomed the chance to speak out about abortion. The first term dates from about 1600, the variant from the late 1600s. Also see speak one's piece. See also: mind, speakspeak your mind express your feelings or opinions frankly. 1982 Marion Z. Bradley The Mists of Avalon Someday she would be too weary or too unguarded to care, and she would speak her mind to the priest. See also: mind, speakspeak your ˈmind say exactly what you think, in a very direct way: I like a man who speaks his mind. OPPOSITE: bite your tongueSee also: mind, speak |