sound off
The phrase "sound off" can refer to expressing opinions loudly or performing specific actions in military contexts.
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Definition
B2General
(informal)To express opinions or complaints loudly and forcefully.
Example
- She often sounds off about the state of the government.
- He sounded off during the meeting about the new policy.
B2Military
(technical)To call out one's name or number in a sequence to confirm presence or acknowledgment.
Example
- The soldiers were ordered to sound off during roll call.
- The commander instructed the troops to sound off to ensure everyone was accounted for.
B2Military
(technical)To make a loud noise or signal to announce a command or event.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "sound off":
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