as in to protrude
to extend outward beyond a usual point
the relief figures stand out from the wall quite strikingly
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as in star
a person who is widely known and usually much talked about
several standouts from showbiz were at the gala
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as in beauty
something very good of its kind
his debut novel was a standout in an otherwise lackluster year
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Recent Examples of stand out
Talia Ergas, Travel + Leisure, 22 July 2025
Tara Regio, in particular, stands out as one of the moon's most intriguing areas.
—Victoria Corless, Space.com, 21 July 2025
Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 11 July 2025
Some standout features include a breathable upper, superior arch support, a slip-resistant outsole, and a padded midsole.
—Hillary Maglin, Travel + Leisure, 10 July 2025
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Verb
This unlined tote stands out for its simple, oversized silhouette that’s both sturdy and easy to travel with.
—Talia Ergas, Travel + Leisure, 22 July 2025
Tara Regio, in particular, stands out as one of the moon's most intriguing areas.
—Victoria Corless, Space.com, 21 July 2025
Noun
Now all Hollywood has to do is deliver box office winners — whether comic book reboots or arthouse standouts from Paul Thomas Anderson and Yorgos Lanthimos — that more consistently draw consumers to theaters, however much recession worries overhang the wider economy.
—Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 11 July 2025
Some standout features include a breathable upper, superior arch support, a slip-resistant outsole, and a padded midsole.
—Hillary Maglin, Travel + Leisure, 10 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for stand out
Verb
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That power runs through a six-speed sequential gearbox, controlled via a large handle protruding between us, just beside the equally tall handbrake.—
Sean Evans,
Robb Report,
29 July 2025
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Then on September 15, 2024, as Trump was golfing in West Palm Beach, Florida, a Secret Service agent, authorities said, saw Routh's rifle protruding through the golf course fence and opened fire.—
Peter Aitken
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 July 2025
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Afterward, see a star dedication and live performances by Mr. Southern Soul Bigg Robb & Friends, Regina Belle and Dottie Peoples.—
Caroline Ritzie,
The Enquirer,
24 July 2025
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But, the star of the show is a first-of-its-kind Alumni Home Run Derby following the Brewers/Marlins matchup.—
Hannah Kirby,
jsonline.com,
24 July 2025
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Through exhibits, publications and educational programs, the museum educates its millions of visitors about the beauty and cultural significance of country music.—
Diana Leyva,
The Tennessean,
26 July 2025
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Brazil's high standards for beauty and widespread acceptance of cosmetic surgery have led it to become a destination for people in search of plastic surgery.—
Newsweek Rankings,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 July 2025
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This review pokes a useful hole in the breathless reception this film received, while managing to feel fond.—
Brittany Allen,
Literary Hub,
24 July 2025
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The dish is almost a tease, tickling and poking you by showcasing carrots such that here a confident argument is made to herald them in as the pre-eminent salad vegetable.—
Timothy DePeugh,
Charlotte Observer,
23 July 2025
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The series takes a group of celebrities to the Bahamas – the shark capital of the world – and tasks them with diving with a different species of shark, with the breeds getting bigger and more dangerous each time.—
Peter White,
Deadline,
14 July 2025
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Angelina Liu,
People.com,
14 July 2025
Noun
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You might feel called to profess your love, take next steps in your relationship, or start building your dream life in some actionable way.—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 Aug. 2025
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For us, the dream meal starts with their heirloom tomato gazpacho, a pitch-perfect pairing of sweet and tangy.—
Constance Ogle,
Miami Herald,
1 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Games like Tigers-Phillies, Astros-Red Sox, Giants-Mets and Rangers-Mariners stick out as meaningful matchups for playoff races.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Aug. 2025
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Only a handful of fans stuck out the weather delay.—
NBC News,
NBC news,
1 Aug. 2025
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In the initial study of over 1,200 single adults, MacDonald and his team were able to associate these different motivations with a host of personality traits: Intrinsic motivation.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
26 July 2025
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Keys also stars in a campaign spot alongside popular TikTok personalities Noah Beck, Cyrus Veyssi and Dr. Muneeb Shah.—
Hedy Phillips,
People.com,
25 July 2025
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“Stand out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stand%20out. Accessed 5 Aug. 2025.
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