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sound off

verb

to proclaim loudly, as in venting one's opinions, grievances, etc
to speak angrily

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Idioms and Phrases

Express one's views vigorously and loudly, as in Dad's always sounding off about higher taxes . This expression probably comes from the original meaning, that is, “strike up a military band.” [Early 1900s]

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Example Sentences

For those of us who are not outright fans of fantasy, such an abstract of the plot may sound off-putting.

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Mabyn suggested in a tone that he laboured to make sound off-hand.

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