freedom of expression

noun phrase

: the right to express one's opinions freely

Examples of freedom of expression in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web While there are plenty of reasons to go outside today and look up at the fireworks, there are just as many to go out and enjoy the freedom of expression created by L.A.‘s most amazing creative minds. Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 4 July 2024 Designed to amplify a message of freedom of expression, sexuality and individualism, the 24-piece capsule features the work of artists including Stuart Sandford, Suzanne Shifflett, Tank, the Hun, Valentine, Henning von Berg and Tom of Finland. Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 2 Aug. 2024 During her time in power, rights groups say the government has used its cyber security law to crack down on freedom of expression online, arresting journalists, artists and activists, with reported cases of arbitrary detention and torture. Helen Regan, CNN, 6 Aug. 2024 The posts have elicited mixed reactions from fans and critics alike, with some expressing concern and others celebrating her newfound freedom of expression. Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 18 July 2024 The Louisiana case, Kennedy v. Biden, is supported by conservative groups and several Republican states, which argued that the federal government should not control freedom of expression. David Faris, Newsweek, 9 July 2024 The group included political scientists, historians, legal scholars, digital and civil rights groups, freedom of expression advocates, and human rights experts. David Ingram, NBC News, 9 July 2024 Culture is a major driver of the French economy; and the sector fears an RN victory will result in cuts as well as hit diversity and freedom of expression. Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 5 July 2024 But there is concern about the spread of illiberal states like Viktor Orban’s Hungary, where the rule of law, political opposition, freedom of expression and foreign nonprofits have come under fire, while ties with Russia and China have been cultivated. Annabelle Timsit, Washington Post, 28 June 2024

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“Freedom of expression.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/freedom%20of%20expression. Accessed 12 Sep. 2024.

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