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
Melissa Repko, CNBC, 20 Sep. 2025
But one quiet afternoon in November 2024, the 27-year-old accepted a ride request that would stand out from the rest.
—Tereza Shkurtaj, PEOPLE, 20 Sep. 2025
Lily Wohlner, Allure, 24 Sep. 2025
The Stranger Things standout is in final negotiations to star as Olympic gymnast Kerri Strug in director Gia Coppola‘s feature Perfect.
—Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 24 Sep. 2025
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Verb
Sam’s Club, in particular, has used tech to stand out from competitors.
—Melissa Repko, CNBC, 20 Sep. 2025
But one quiet afternoon in November 2024, the 27-year-old accepted a ride request that would stand out from the rest.
—Tereza Shkurtaj, PEOPLE, 20 Sep. 2025
Noun
One standout is the Oura Ring Gen3 Heritage, which rarely goes on sale.
—Lily Wohlner, Allure, 24 Sep. 2025
The Stranger Things standout is in final negotiations to star as Olympic gymnast Kerri Strug in director Gia Coppola‘s feature Perfect.
—Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 24 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for stand out
Verb
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Keta’s long layers fell on the sides of her face, while the back was noticeably teased and twisted with spiky pieces protruding out.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
26 Sep. 2025
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His bones visibly protruded from his thin skin, according to court documents.—
Ryan Murphy,
IndyStar,
23 Sep. 2025
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The previous week, Emily was at a sleepover at Heather’s house with Gretchen, when Gretchen, loosened up by shots of Fireball whiskey, revealed that Tamra once recorded a song, badly, according to Gretchen, with an unnamed boy band star that Gretchen claims Tamra got frisky with.—
Peter Larsen,
Oc Register,
27 Sep. 2025
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Rumors about the Only Murders in the Building star's nuptials with Benny Blanco being this weekend turned out to be 100-percent true, and as soon as a few beautiful photos of the cute couple were green-lighted to be shared with the eager public, fans were double-tapping with tears in their eyes.—
Marci Robin,
Allure,
27 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The beauty calendar is marked by several tentpoles.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
25 Sep. 2025
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The film explores the beauty and burdens of being an eldest daughter and constructs an escapist world where Black girls get to simply be kids.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
24 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Schneemann poked a single into right field to bring home both Hedges and Kwan.—
Zack Meisel,
New York Times,
24 Sep. 2025
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While some are panicking about the potential event, others are poking fun at the prediction.—
Cailey Gleeson,
jsonline.com,
23 Sep. 2025
Noun
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In each episode, a celebrity guest acompanies them on their investigation into the local lore.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
26 Sep. 2025
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Sign up for Entertainment Weekly's free newsletter to get the latest trailers, celebrity interviews, film reviews, and more.—
Lauren Huff,
Entertainment Weekly,
26 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Duff’s return is what a millennial’s dreams are made of, after all.—
Maya Georgi,
Rolling Stone,
22 Sep. 2025
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Everyone goes on Survivor with the dream of winning the title of Sole Survivor and the $1 million prize that goes with it.—
Dalton Ross,
Entertainment Weekly,
22 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Later in the day, the Cowboys-Bears and Broncos-Chargers matchups stick out.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 Sep. 2025
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Even the tips of his sox, which were sticking out of holes in his shoes, were summarily snipped off with scissors.—
Clare Conley,
Outdoor Life,
18 Sep. 2025
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This is because a living personality always possesses will.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
22 Sep. 2025
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The source of Nora’s flighty, noncommital personality is never explained.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
22 Sep. 2025
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“Stand out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stand%20out. Accessed 29 Sep. 2025.
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