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as in stars
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 beauties
something very good of its kind
his debut novel was a standout in an otherwise lackluster year
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Recent Examples of standouts
But, as Tad Friend reports in the week’s issue, Talarico is different from other Democratic standouts past and present.
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David Remnick, New Yorker, 23 Feb. 2026
One of the unsung standouts for Palisades is junior guard Jack Levey, who has made 103 threes this season.
—Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 23 Feb. 2026
Charter-year standouts Gino Schiraldi, Zoran Savic and Kevin Handlan were in attendance, along with more recent stars Milan Ivanovic, Lucas Rodriguez, Byron Alvarez and all-time leading scorer Leo Gibson.
—Nathan Dunn, Kansas City Star, 23 Feb. 2026
The Shock, led by coach Bill Laimbeer and standouts Deanna Nolan and Katie Smith, won the WNBA titles in 2006 and 2008.
—Austin Mullen, NBC news, 23 Feb. 2026
Chalet, a rich cocoa truffle accented by plush plum and champagne bubbles, is one of the line’s many standouts.
—Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 22 Feb. 2026
Despite a 99-day lockout, no games were missed and the players were able to address some concerns like service-time manipulation and funneling more money to early career standouts.
—Hannah Keyser, CNN Money, 19 Feb. 2026
What’s the mood of consumers in Brazil today, and what categories and segments are standouts in the country?
—Miles Socha, Footwear News, 19 Feb. 2026
Joining Meredith are area standouts Argyle receiver Julian Caldwell and the Dallas Morning News’ 2025 Newcomer of the Year, Trey Wright, from Frisco Lone Star.
—Ishmael Johnson, Dallas Morning News, 19 Feb. 2026
David Remnick, New Yorker, 23 Feb. 2026
One of the unsung standouts for Palisades is junior guard Jack Levey, who has made 103 threes this season.
—Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 23 Feb. 2026
Charter-year standouts Gino Schiraldi, Zoran Savic and Kevin Handlan were in attendance, along with more recent stars Milan Ivanovic, Lucas Rodriguez, Byron Alvarez and all-time leading scorer Leo Gibson.
—Nathan Dunn, Kansas City Star, 23 Feb. 2026
The Shock, led by coach Bill Laimbeer and standouts Deanna Nolan and Katie Smith, won the WNBA titles in 2006 and 2008.
—Austin Mullen, NBC news, 23 Feb. 2026
Chalet, a rich cocoa truffle accented by plush plum and champagne bubbles, is one of the line’s many standouts.
—Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 22 Feb. 2026
Despite a 99-day lockout, no games were missed and the players were able to address some concerns like service-time manipulation and funneling more money to early career standouts.
—Hannah Keyser, CNN Money, 19 Feb. 2026
What’s the mood of consumers in Brazil today, and what categories and segments are standouts in the country?
—Miles Socha, Footwear News, 19 Feb. 2026
Joining Meredith are area standouts Argyle receiver Julian Caldwell and the Dallas Morning News’ 2025 Newcomer of the Year, Trey Wright, from Frisco Lone Star.
—Ishmael Johnson, Dallas Morning News, 19 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for standouts
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It is anticipated that this is how the final stars, or the last sustained sources of light and energy, will arise in the Universe.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
20 Feb. 2026
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Buyers are really looking for a big, broad comedy with stars.—
Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
19 Feb. 2026
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Some of those bespoke beauties could soon be yours.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
18 Feb. 2026
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Co-created and hosted by Tyra Banks, the reality competition in which amateur beauties vied for the titular title and a modeling contract, among other prizes, ran for 24 seasons on three different networks (UPN, The CW, VH1) between 2003 and 2018.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
18 Feb. 2026
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Villa Maçakızı, popular with A-list celebrities, is one of the best established.—
Maureen O'Hare,
CNN Money,
21 Feb. 2026
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Larkin is soaking in every moment of this Olympic experience, from sightseeing in Milan to life in the Olympic Village to meeting celebrities such as Snoop Dogg.—
Michael Russo,
New York Times,
21 Feb. 2026
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Your dreams are an act of resistance to those watching at home.—
Shania Russell,
Entertainment Weekly,
23 Feb. 2026
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Your dreams are an act of resistance.—
Ellise Shafer,
Variety,
23 Feb. 2026
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As a result, the final lineup is a mix of personalities, skillsets, and nationalities.—
Rebecca Cairns,
CNN Money,
19 Feb. 2026
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But the challenges in coming up with a proposal that voters will support go beyond personalities.—
Alexandra Glorioso,
Miami Herald,
19 Feb. 2026
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Taking part in that annual rite of passage this season, the 6-foot-3 senior forward wonders how the years could pass by so quickly.—
Steve Reaven,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Feb. 2026
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Many of the great wonders of the world, from iconic buildings to national parks, are preserved and open to the public, but some are tucked away on private land where only a few can enjoy them.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Feb. 2026
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The committee’s creation is the latest call for transparency and further investigation in the aftermath of the Justice Department’s release of a trove of Epstein files, which has sent shockwaves through several industries after revelations about the late financier’s ties to prominent figures.—
Alexandra Banner,
CNN Money,
18 Feb. 2026
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One of China’s most influential cultural figures, Wang is not simply a celebrity endorsement but occupies a rare position at the intersection of youth identity, entertainment, and fashion authority.—
Yiling Pan,
Vogue,
17 Feb. 2026
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From peaches to blueberries, our expert growers offer delicious fruits that are easy to care for and thrive in pots and containers.—
SJ McShane,
Martha Stewart,
16 Feb. 2026
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Some are woody shrubs and trees, such as blueberries, peaches, and apples.—
David Beaulieu,
The Spruce,
15 Feb. 2026
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“Standouts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/standouts. Accessed 25 Feb. 2026.
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