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
David Farinella, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
Both also stood out this year for taking on roles as partners in complicated relationships.
—Daniel D'addario, Variety, 11 June 2026
Laylan Connelly, Oc Register, 7 June 2026
Plenty of evening-wear options offer the full-on fluid look, but a more practical way to wear this summertime trend is to break it down into individual standout pieces.
—InStyle, 7 June 2026
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Verb
Ask whether your company stands out in your marketplace.
—David Farinella, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
Both also stood out this year for taking on roles as partners in complicated relationships.
—Daniel D'addario, Variety, 11 June 2026
Noun
And another swell from the south will bring even bigger waves, with forecasters calling for some standout spots to see surf in the 8-to 12-foot range by early this week.
—Laylan Connelly, Oc Register, 7 June 2026
Plenty of evening-wear options offer the full-on fluid look, but a more practical way to wear this summertime trend is to break it down into individual standout pieces.
—InStyle, 7 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for stand out
Verb
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Features such as surface roughness and protruding fibers create more sites where particles can stick to the outer surface rather than passing through.—
Sumit Mandal,
The Conversation,
9 June 2026
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In his right leg, Adin's tibia bone was broken in half and protruded through the skin.—
Lexi Lane,
PEOPLE,
7 June 2026
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The winners would get their photo taken alongside a Barca star for a charity calendar benefiting UNICEF.—
Scott M. Reid,
Oc Register,
10 June 2026
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Panama is now best known for producing Major League Baseball stars, with legendary New York Yankees pitcher Mariano Rivera standing head and shoulders above the long list of Panamanians who have graced an American ballpark.—
Elias Burke,
New York Times,
10 June 2026
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The beauty mogul accessorized with silver metallic strappy heels.—
Charna Flam,
PEOPLE,
11 June 2026
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Collagen and hyaluronic acid have become the two headline ingredients in modern beauty marketing as both have a part to play in enhancing skin’s resilience, but which is more important?—
Ellie Davis,
Vogue,
11 June 2026
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As the miles dragged on, a chase vehicle crept by periodically with cameras poking out the window to capture scenes that could later be shared on social media, where Emanuel now has an almost daily presence.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
9 June 2026
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New historical research suggests that one of the most legendary cities in history did not start out as a conquering warrior state — poking a hole in its founding myth.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
8 June 2026
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Sammy Hagar, the former Van Halen vocalist, sat ringside as the premier celebrity guest.—
Dan Adler,
Vanity Fair,
13 June 2026
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Millions of Americans are currently injecting unapproved chemicals like peptides promoted by a hodgepodge of wellness influencers and celebrity podcasters.—
Joshua P. Cohen,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
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Boston’s Freedom Trail is essential part of any trip in this city that’s a walker's dream—as long as the weather holds.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 June 2026
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My dream was always that people are literally catching their breath from laughing.—
Lauren Michele Jackson,
New Yorker,
7 June 2026
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Despite her standout look, Harry stole the show, playfully sticking out his tongue while dressed in a coordinating green outfit that mirrored his mother’s.—
Elle Meier,
InStyle,
13 June 2026
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Another photo shows the duo sitting side by side as the author sticks out her tongue.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
PEOPLE,
12 June 2026
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As the New York Knicks make their run through the NBA Finals, a wide range of celebrities have shown up to support the team, including model, entrepreneur and media personality Jordyn Woods, who is often spotted courtside alongside Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet.—
Lexi Carson,
HollywoodReporter,
13 June 2026
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The Lesson Is Bigger Than Elon Strip away the personality and the takeaway outlasts the news cycle.—
Robert J. Szczerba,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
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“Stand out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stand%20out. Accessed 14 Jun. 2026.
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