soapbox

noun

soap·​box ˈsōp-ˌbäks How to pronounce soapbox (audio)
Synonyms of soapboxnext
: an improvised platform used by a self-appointed, spontaneous, or informal orator
broadly : something that provides an outlet for delivering opinions
soapbox adjective

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Examples of soapbox in a Sentence

some readers don't appreciate that she sometimes uses her book blog as a soapbox for her political views
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Twenty-two years after its release, Michael Moore’s filmic soapbox Fahrenheit 9/11 remains the top-grossing documentary of all time, bringing in a total of over $119 million at the domestic box office. — Hershal Pandya, Vulture, 16 Oct. 2026 Now, many Americans across the political spectrum have grown tired of all that discourse, and chief executives, many bruised from being dragged into the culture wars and attacked by activists, are likely relieved to step down from their soapboxes. — Phil Wahba, Fortune, 1 Oct. 2026 The classic design of the soapbox derby car is sleek and streamlined, to minimize drag. — Deena Prichep, NPR, 18 Aug. 2026 This year’s Emmy nominations are evidence of that, as ever, with plenty to furrow a brow or jump on a soapbox over. — Ct Jones, Rolling Stone, 8 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for soapbox

Word History

First Known Use

1907, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of soapbox was in 1907

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soapbox

noun
soap·​box -ˌbäks How to pronounce soapbox (audio)
: something used as a platform (as on a street) by someone giving a speech to passersby
soapbox adjective
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