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
Jordan Greene, People.com, 14 Aug. 2025
Including examples of on-the-job accomplishments or earned certifications can help candidates stand out.
—Bryan Robinson, Forbes.com, 3 Aug. 2025
Jon MacHota, New York Times, 31 July 2025
From her early days as a standout student, to being selected for the prestigious Mellon Fellowship, Scott’s journey toward higher education was set in motion by those who believed in her.
—Kansas City Star, 31 July 2025
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What stands out to me is how dedicated and creative teachers are in finding ways to overcome obstacles and still give their students the best possible learning experience.
—Jordan Greene, People.com, 14 Aug. 2025
Including examples of on-the-job accomplishments or earned certifications can help candidates stand out.
—Bryan Robinson, Forbes.com, 3 Aug. 2025
Noun
But entering this year’s camp, Lamb’s name had taken a back seat to Micah Parsons’ contract situation and the trade for standout wide receiver George Pickens.
—Jon MacHota, New York Times, 31 July 2025
From her early days as a standout student, to being selected for the prestigious Mellon Fellowship, Scott’s journey toward higher education was set in motion by those who believed in her.
—Kansas City Star, 31 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for stand out
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Tung’s front layers were slicked across the right side of her forehead and brushed behind her ear; her short ends protruded out underneath.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
30 July 2025
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In person the tremendous symmetry of her face was startling; her cheekbones protruded, and her eyes were far apart.—
Darcey Steinke,
Vogue,
27 July 2025
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Magazines invented and distributed the photo shoot, created literary stars like Ta-Nehisi Coates, Malcolm Gladwell and David Foster Wallace.—
Leah Asmelash,
CNN Money,
16 Aug. 2025
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Álex Baena, the star signing and La Liga’s highest provider of assists last season, and Marc Pubill were both part of Spain’s under 23 side that won Olympic gold last summer alongside Pablo Barrios.—
Sam Leveridge,
Forbes.com,
16 Aug. 2025
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The beauty there is that since peer support is a carve-out, perhaps their AI is no longer within scope.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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With Hasan in Gaza is an aching witness to the beauty of this land and the struggle of its people, neither of which may soon be recognizable at all.—
Christian Zilko,
IndieWire,
7 Aug. 2025
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The premiere episode was a hot topic not only among viewership and the media but within the White House as Parker and Stone brutally poked fun at President Donald Trump in both animated and live-action deepfake form.—
Tim Lammers,
Forbes.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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One video captured by beachgoers Annie Kremer and Connor Pelt and shared on TikTok shows the animals coming within feet of people standing in the sand, and the shark's fins poking out above the water as the massive stingray juts into view.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
People.com,
4 Aug. 2025
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Never miss a story — sign up for PEOPLE's free daily newsletter to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
People.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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EW.com,
EW.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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The owners of more than 10 gas stations and varied commercial properties throughout Los Angeles subsequently set out to create a bespoke modern farmhouse-style spread that would serve as a dream home for their entire family, replete with lots of space for entertaining and making memories.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
13 Aug. 2025
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Lottery winners often have elaborate spending plans, but Joseph Greer is a blue collar type with a pretty achievable — and unique — dream.—
Mark Price,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Aug. 2025
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Her consciousness is recorded like an additional probe stuck out in the world to gather perceptual information, deepening their own.—
Ellyn Gaydos
August 11,
Literary Hub,
11 Aug. 2025
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Tua Tagovailoa orchestrated a fine series in his lone drive in Sunday’s preseason game, rebounding from a three-interception practice Friday against the Bears that will still stick out more.—
David Furones,
Sun Sentinel,
11 Aug. 2025
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For this difference in personalities, their bars' shuttle systems fit the sisters well.—
Kylie Volavongsa,
jsonline.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Clarkson has also been open about her daughter's independent personality.—
Julie Tremaine,
People.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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“Stand out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stand%20out. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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