suppression of speech
[/səˈprɛʃən əv spiːtʃ/]
noun phrasepl: suppressions of speech
supressão da fala
1. The act of forcibly preventing, inhibiting, or restraining someone's right or ability to speak, express ideas, or communicate freely
The suppression of speech in totalitarian regimes is a violation of human rights.
A supressão da fala em regimes totalitários é uma violação dos direitos humanos.
2. The action of preventing public expression or discussion of particular ideas, viewpoints, or information
The suppression of speech during the protest was condemned by international observers.
A supressão da fala durante o protesto foi condenada por observadores internacionais.
3. Legal or governmental restriction of freedom of expression or freedom of the press
The court ruled that the law constituted an unconstitutional suppression of speech.
O tribunal decidiu que a lei constituía uma supressão inconstitucional da fala.
This phrase is particularly relevant in discussions of civil rights and democracy in both the United States and Brazil. In the USA, it carries strong constitutional implications related to First Amendment protections. In Brazil, the concept gained prominence following the military dictatorship period (1964-1985) and remains important in discussions about democratic freedoms and human rights.
NYC Slang
getting silenced; getting muzzled; getting shut down
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