Stand up and be counted

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phrase

To publicly show your opinion, especially when it takes courage to do so.

It's time for those who care about freedom to stand up and be counted.
Visual representation of "stand up and be counted" - To publicly show your opinion, especially when it takes courage to do so

Often appears as...

  • time to stand up and be counted
  • it is important to stand up and be counted

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Idiomatic

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Courageous Stance

Use this phrase to highlight the bravery required to express an unpopular or important belief.

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Despite the backlash, he stood up and was counted on the controversial issue.
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Public Declaration

The phrase emphasizes making one's opinion known to others, not just holding it privately.

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At the rally, she stood up and was counted as a supporter of the reforms.
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Activism Encouraged

It's often used to encourage others to join a cause or take action on an issue.

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It's time to stand up and be counted if you believe in climate action.
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