stand out 1 of 2

verb

Definition of stand outnext
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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standout

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noun

ˈstand-ˌau̇t How to pronounce standout (audio)
1
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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2
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
Verb
Scheffler put himself squarely in the mix for a fifth straight PGA Tour player of the year during a season in which no one has stood out based on titles alone. — ABC News, 16 Aug. 2026 Compared with larger resort-spas in the vicinity, Azure’s more relaxed, personal vibes stand out. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Aug. 2026
Noun
On defense, where Osceola is always stingy, standout edge rusher Jason Lewis brings the heat. — Chris Hays, The Orlando Sentinel, 19 Aug. 2026 The Bearcats are returning one offensive starter, lineman Grant Foreman, and also graduated area standout wide receiver Kaydon Finley, who is now at Notre Dame. — Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 19 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for stand out
Recent Examples of Synonyms for stand out
  1. protrude
  2. star
  3. beauty
  4. poke
  5. celebrity
  6. dream
  7. stick out
  8. personality
Verb
  • Tropical Hibiscus Tropical hibiscus (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis), as the name suggests, is native to tropical climates in Asia and produces dramatic, vibrant flowers that can grow up to 6 inches in diameter with protruding stamens.
    — Shelby Vittek, The Spruce, 15 Aug. 2026
  • Akhenaten, who may have been the boy-king’s father, was depicted in artwork as having wide hips and a protruding belly, which stood out from portraits of other Egyptian royalty.
    — Popular Science Team, Popular Science, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of protrude
Noun
  • The one-time child star had spoken openly about navigating addiction and postpartum depression in her adult life, documenting those struggles as well as the painful loss of her brother in a memoir released this year.
    — Holly Yan, CNN Money, 20 Aug. 2026
  • In the book, the star detailed her prolific and sometimes difficult career in show business; growing up under the harsh light of Hollywood; and the highs and lows of filming hit TV shows like Heroes and Nashville, and more.
    — Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of star
Noun
  • For the latest fashion, beauty and luxury insights, as well as exclusive discounts sent straight to your inbox, sign up here for the Vogue Business newsletter.
    — Vogue Business Team, Vogue, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Most beauty products carry an expiration date or a PAO (Period After Opening) symbol that tells you how long the formula is safe once opened.
    — Samantha Agate, Sacbee.com, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of beauty
Verb
  • Dike was waiting in the middle to poke it home, giving Orlando a 1-0 lead.
    — Kyle Foley, The Orlando Sentinel, 13 Aug. 2026
  • But regardless of any lack of confidence in Hamas’ true intentions, in Mladenov’s faith in the ability to verify weapons decommissioning, or indeed Netanyahu’s own willingness to order any troop withdrawals, why poke Trump so publicly in the eye?
    — Andrew Carey, CNN Money, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of poke
Noun
  • In the time since her sudden death, celebrities publicly mourning include Viola Davis, Selma Blair, and Rosie O’Donnell.
    — Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 18 Aug. 2026
  • But that enchantment began long before the beach clubs and celebrity sightings.
    — Lanie Goodman, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of celebrity
Noun
  • There had been little doubt Cristobal left a great situation at Oregon, but his dream job, the top rung for him, was always in Coral Gables.
    — Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 16 Aug. 2026
  • But Jack and Chris, finally, must have been a dream come true.
    — Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 16 Aug. 2026
Definition of dream
Verb
  • These tags look like an antenna sticking out of a small rectangular box, and staff used eyelash glue to stick them to the back of the butterflies.
    — Margherita Bassi, Popular Science, 13 Aug. 2026
  • The culture fit piece is perhaps more nebulous but equally important, and while Orgeron fit LSU like a glove, Kelly stuck out like a sore thumb.
    — Austin Perry OutKick, FOXNews.com, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of stick out
Noun
  • Male actors seem to be given more leeway than female stars to display bigger personalities without the public turning on them.
    — David Mack, CNN Money, 14 Aug. 2026
  • The approaches may differ, the personalities may differ and the environments definitely differ.
    — Elise Devlin, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of personality

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