stand·out
ˈstand-ˌau̇t 
often attributive
: one that is prominent or conspicuous especially because of excellence
stood out; standing out; stands out
1
a
: to appear as if in relief : project
b
: to be prominent or conspicuous
stands out from the crowd
2
: to steer away from shore
3
: to be stubborn in resolution or resistance
Synonyms
Examples of standout in a Sentence
Noun
She is a standout among the available candidates.
All the cameras we tested were good, but there was no real standout.
Verb
the relief figures stand out from the wall quite strikingly
Recent Examples on the Web
Joe Leydon, Variety, 12 Apr. 2024
Amanda’s seafood was the standout of the two, with Colicchio saying Dan’s tuile was salty and leek undercooked.
—Rachel Bernhard, Journal Sentinel, 10 Apr. 2024
Clark has been a standout since her arrival at Iowa four years ago, leading the Hawkeyes to the Sweet 16 as a freshman while being unanimously named Big 10 Freshman of the Year and first-team All-Big Ten.
—Rob Wile, NBC News, 6 Apr. 2024
Among the standouts on the unstoppable team is Caitlin Clark, who made history as the all-time leading scorer in NCAA women's basketball during the game that saw Iowa’s 106-89 victory over Michigan on Feb. 15 this year.
—Skyler Caruso, Peoplemag, 2 Apr. 2024
Former Lawrence High basketball standout Zeke Mayo, who entered the transfer portal on Tuesday, announced his final four schools on Saturday.
—Shreyas Laddha, Kansas City Star, 31 Mar. 2024
Morgan was a standout on the original Walking Dead, and sometimes a bit of an anchor on Fear.
—Josh Wigler, The Hollywood Reporter, 29 Mar. 2024
This serum, which targets hyperpigmentation, is an undisputed standout.
—Perrie Samotin, Glamour, 29 Mar. 2024
The standout features on the P2000 include a motorized focus, a short input lag for gamers, and an impressive audio system built around a pair of 25-watt Harman/Kardon speakers.
—PCMAG, 27 Mar. 2024
Lisa Deaderick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Apr. 2024
Even in a city that has seen many celebrity trials, this one stands out, said former Manhattan prosecutor Duncan Levin.
—Graham Kates, CBS News, 5 Apr. 2024
Among the Cold War-era military regimes in South America — including many backed by the United States — the 35-year reign of Gen. Alfredo Stroessner in Paraguay stood out for its police-state surveillance and authoritarian brutality.
—Brian Murphy, Washington Post, 5 Apr. 2024
The Pew report illuminates a lot of that discontent, but one figure stands out.
—Belinda Luscombe, TIME, 4 Apr. 2024
By seeking to better understand and support talent on the issues that matter to them, organizations can improve satisfaction, build a loyal, happy, and engaged workforce, and ultimately stand out as an employer of choice.
—Sander Van 't Noordende, Fortune, 4 Apr. 2024
Ogival arched doorways, wood-beam ceilings, and dark wooden floors are some of Murphy’s key design details that stand out in the adjoining living and dining rooms.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 4 Apr. 2024
An additional styling tip would be to add earrings or a necklace with a slight touch of sparkle to stand out in the crowd even more.
—Larry Stansbury, Essence, 3 Apr. 2024
In a world where wildlife docs are a dime a dozen, this niche focus stands out from the herd.
—Chris Snellgrove, EW.com, 2 Apr. 2024
Noun
Julian Works is the standout among the Mustangs, to a large degree because his character is the only one of the youths who has more than two dimensions.
—Joe Leydon, Variety, 12 Apr. 2024
Amanda’s seafood was the standout of the two, with Colicchio saying Dan’s tuile was salty and leek undercooked.
—Rachel Bernhard, Journal Sentinel, 10 Apr. 2024
Clark has been a standout since her arrival at Iowa four years ago, leading the Hawkeyes to the Sweet 16 as a freshman while being unanimously named Big 10 Freshman of the Year and first-team All-Big Ten.
—Rob Wile, NBC News, 6 Apr. 2024
Among the standouts on the unstoppable team is Caitlin Clark, who made history as the all-time leading scorer in NCAA women's basketball during the game that saw Iowa’s 106-89 victory over Michigan on Feb. 15 this year.
—Skyler Caruso, Peoplemag, 2 Apr. 2024
Former Lawrence High basketball standout Zeke Mayo, who entered the transfer portal on Tuesday, announced his final four schools on Saturday.
—Shreyas Laddha, Kansas City Star, 31 Mar. 2024
Morgan was a standout on the original Walking Dead, and sometimes a bit of an anchor on Fear.
—Josh Wigler, The Hollywood Reporter, 29 Mar. 2024
This serum, which targets hyperpigmentation, is an undisputed standout.
—Perrie Samotin, Glamour, 29 Mar. 2024
The standout features on the P2000 include a motorized focus, a short input lag for gamers, and an impressive audio system built around a pair of 25-watt Harman/Kardon speakers.
—PCMAG, 27 Mar. 2024
Verb
What were some findings that stood out to you that illustrate these collective wounds for people living in Gaza?
—Lisa Deaderick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Apr. 2024
Even in a city that has seen many celebrity trials, this one stands out, said former Manhattan prosecutor Duncan Levin.
—Graham Kates, CBS News, 5 Apr. 2024
Among the Cold War-era military regimes in South America — including many backed by the United States — the 35-year reign of Gen. Alfredo Stroessner in Paraguay stood out for its police-state surveillance and authoritarian brutality.
—Brian Murphy, Washington Post, 5 Apr. 2024
The Pew report illuminates a lot of that discontent, but one figure stands out.
—Belinda Luscombe, TIME, 4 Apr. 2024
By seeking to better understand and support talent on the issues that matter to them, organizations can improve satisfaction, build a loyal, happy, and engaged workforce, and ultimately stand out as an employer of choice.
—Sander Van 't Noordende, Fortune, 4 Apr. 2024
Ogival arched doorways, wood-beam ceilings, and dark wooden floors are some of Murphy’s key design details that stand out in the adjoining living and dining rooms.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 4 Apr. 2024
An additional styling tip would be to add earrings or a necklace with a slight touch of sparkle to stand out in the crowd even more.
—Larry Stansbury, Essence, 3 Apr. 2024
In a world where wildlife docs are a dime a dozen, this niche focus stands out from the herd.
—Chris Snellgrove, EW.com, 2 Apr. 2024
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“Standout.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/standout. Accessed 19 Apr. 2024.
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standout
1 of 2 noun
stand·out
ˈstan-ˌdau̇t
: one that is well-known or outstanding especially because of excellence
stand out
2 of 2 verb(ˈ)stan-ˈdau̇t
1
: to stick out from a surface : project
2
: to be easily seen or recognized
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