as in to poke
to extend outward beyond a usual point
we spotted the kitten's tail protruding from beneath the dresser
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Recent Examples of protrude
In December, New York homeowners spotted what turned out to be a complete mastodon jaw protruding from the soil in their yard.
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Leslie Katz, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025
On the back of the dress, a protruding three-dimensional stiletto paid further homage to Oz.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 3 Mar. 2025
But in May 2023, while out for a run, the New Hampshire native noticed something strange: a large bump protruding from her abdomen.
—Jordan Greene, People.com, 2 May 2025
The actor shared memories of the time his balls unwittingly protruded out of his boxer briefs during an off-Broadway production, on the latest episode of the SmartLess podcast.
—Jessica Wang, EW.com, 28 Apr. 2025
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Leslie Katz, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025
On the back of the dress, a protruding three-dimensional stiletto paid further homage to Oz.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 3 Mar. 2025
But in May 2023, while out for a run, the New Hampshire native noticed something strange: a large bump protruding from her abdomen.
—Jordan Greene, People.com, 2 May 2025
The actor shared memories of the time his balls unwittingly protruded out of his boxer briefs during an off-Broadway production, on the latest episode of the SmartLess podcast.
—Jessica Wang, EW.com, 28 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for protrude
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During that same April 5 episode, Weekend Update’s Colin Jost poked fun at the singer in a bit about the economy.—
Gil Kaufman,
Billboard,
12 May 2025
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The contest did not last long as Edwards poked Muhammad in the eye 18 seconds into the second round.—
Trent Reinsmith,
Forbes.com,
11 May 2025
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No deals have been reached with America’s largest trading partners, including Canada, Mexico and China, which is the single biggest contributor to the bulging U.S. trade deficit that Trump calls a rip-off for the American people.—
Dave Goldiner,
New York Daily News,
8 May 2025
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Movies don't get more manly than Predator, which is positively brimming with bulging muscles, oneupmanship, relentless s— talk, chainguns, and some of Schwarzenegger's silliest one-liners since Commando.—
Randall Colburn,
EW.com,
7 Mar. 2025
Verb
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December 2012 Intense pain, swelling, and overwhelming fatigue worsen.—
Health,
Health,
20 May 2025
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The wheat fields practically glow golden-yellow, the citizens work and mingle while wearing gorgeous and colorful clothes, and the music swells and soothes with ancient vibes.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
19 May 2025
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Here’s what to know: The city will close off a sliver of Ramey Avenue jutting off the eastern edge of Loop 820 until June 24, 2025.—
Jaime Moore-Carrillo,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 May 2025
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Residents across Jones Creek from Sparrows Point also worry that the excavation would remove some spits of land that jut into the creek and protect their boats and property from winds and waves.—
Timothy B. Wheeler,
Baltimore Sun,
22 Apr. 2025
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“Protrude.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/protrude. Accessed 27 May. 2025.
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