as in protruding
to extend outward beyond a usual point
the relief figures stand out from the wall quite strikingly
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Recent Examples of standing out
Indeed, there’s a precedent, and continuing pride, in French prep prioritizing its own homegrown brands, with Lacoste standing out as the preeminent example.
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Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 22 Oct. 2025
There have been cautionary tales on that front in the past, with the Cup-less Leafs dedicating 50 percent of their cap to their Core Four in the flat-cap era standing out as one good (or bad) example.
—James Mirtle, New York Times, 1 Oct. 2025
Now, as initial curiosity inspires the enthusiast to dig deeper into the territory, less corporate producers and wines are standing out as strong ambassadors for the region.
—Paul Caputo, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2025
Against the cottage, a vintage table serves as both potting station and decorative moment, with terra-cotta pots standing out against the wall.
—Miranda Crowell, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Aug. 2025
Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 22 Oct. 2025
There have been cautionary tales on that front in the past, with the Cup-less Leafs dedicating 50 percent of their cap to their Core Four in the flat-cap era standing out as one good (or bad) example.
—James Mirtle, New York Times, 1 Oct. 2025
Now, as initial curiosity inspires the enthusiast to dig deeper into the territory, less corporate producers and wines are standing out as strong ambassadors for the region.
—Paul Caputo, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2025
Against the cottage, a vintage table serves as both potting station and decorative moment, with terra-cotta pots standing out against the wall.
—Miranda Crowell, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for standing out
Verb
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Avoid areas of ice with protruding debris like logs or brush.—
Sarah Moore,
Freep.com,
5 Jan. 2026
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Most often, she was seen with protruding, sculptural hair, abstract eye shadow, and vibrant lip colors, all in line with her aesthetic at the Mugler 1986 show.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
26 Dec. 2025
Verb
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The former child actor dove into his speech by first poking fun at his Home Alone fame.—
Emlyn Travis,
Entertainment Weekly,
12 Jan. 2026
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In June 2021, Megan posted a birthday tribute to Stellan, poking fun at his lack of an Instagram account in the caption.—
Kelsey Lentz,
PEOPLE,
12 Jan. 2026
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The first photos show Madonna holding a glass toward the camera while sticking out her tongue, a glam selfie and a snap of Rocco, 25, with two others.—
Raven Brunner,
PEOPLE,
5 Jan. 2026
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With his pale, almost clean-shaven head, and his Adam’s apple sticking out.—
Benjamin Markovits,
The Atlantic,
21 Dec. 2025
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“Standing out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/standing%20out. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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