standouts

noun

plural of standout
1
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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2
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 Despite the offense’s recent success, the defense has had some standouts as well. — Mike Kaye july 31, Charlotte Observer, 31 July 2026 The Raptors also signed veteran forward Kyle Anderson and drafted Santa Clara forward Allen Graves, who was one of the biggest standouts in the Las Vegas Summer League, with the 19th overall pick. — Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 27 July 2026 Shop standouts like this vacation-ready crochet pick that’s practically begging to be worn on the beach. — Annie Blackman, InStyle, 25 July 2026 From creator ecosystems and guerrilla marketing by non-sponsors to unexpected viral standouts, this year's tournament delivered a masterclass in what actually moves consumers. — Shelley E. Kohan, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026 The standouts are strong, but Daughter From Hell also has filler moments that get lost in the 16-song mix. — Lina Lecaro, SPIN, 20 July 2026 At Citizens Bank Park, the standouts include the Pat LaFrieda steak sandwich, Chickie’s & Pete’s Crabfries, Manco & Manco boardwalk-style pizza and Federal Donuts & Chicken. — Lauren Schuster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 July 2026 After weeks of searching to complete its roster, JHX Hoops added four non-KU alumni, including former Washburn standouts and Kansas natives Jacob Hanna and Andrew Orr. — Latif Love july 16, Kansas City Star, 16 July 2026 The responses were an All-Star collection, with a few predictable standouts. — Chad Jennings, New York Times, 16 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for standouts
  1. stars
  2. beauties
  3. celebrities
  4. dreams
  5. personalities
  6. wonders
  7. figures
  8. peaches
Noun
  • That includes the recent NXT call-up of Ricky Saints as well as Raw stars Finn Balor and Gunther moving over to Friday nights.
    — Blake Oestriecher, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Alternatively, take in views of a different sort on the islands of Møn and Nyord, both of which have achieved Dark Sky Park designation; at nighttime, their unpolluted skies light up with stars.
    — Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of stars
Noun
  • California naturalist John Muir compared the two valleys’ beauties, but that was before Hetch Hetchy Valley was transformed by the O’Shaughnessy Dam into a massive reservoir.
    — Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times, 21 July 2026
  • Shopping market editor Kate McGregor’s new favorite sheets, these scalloped percale beauties from Rebecca Udall, are 50% off right now.
    — Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 15 July 2026
Definition of beauties
Noun
  • Meta seems to be going for a broad consumer play, recruiting celebrities for advertisements but dealing with backlash around privacy concerns.
    — Cortney Harding, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026
  • Karan Johar returns to host the season, in which 21 celebrities from various fields will compete in a game built around trust, betrayal and deception.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 27 July 2026
Definition of celebrities
Noun
  • My mind stays close to the many tender dreams that form the foundation of grief, desire, love, and living.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 27 July 2026
  • Oyelowo will portray Randall, a former cycling champion whose own dreams were cut short.
    — Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 27 July 2026
Definition of dreams
Noun
  • And if the personalities are painted in broad strokes, the performances, particularly by Condor and Newton, create a resonant enough emotional palette.
    — Culture Critic, Los Angeles Times, 29 July 2026
  • The Los Angeles actor captures the easygoing professionalism that often places him between the clashing personalities of Shaw and Dreyfuss.
    — Michelle F. Solomon, Miami Herald, 29 July 2026
Definition of personalities
Noun
  • From rugged mountain peaks to crystal-clear lakes and plunging waterfalls, Idaho is known for its vast natural wonders.
    — Idaho Statesman, Idaho Statesman, 29 July 2026
  • The Sparks need to not hire college wonders — no Cori Close — and enlist some good old-fashioned WNBA veteran thinkers and evaluators and leaders.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 29 July 2026
Definition of wonders
Noun
  • Headline figures such as tasks completed, queries handled or hours saved can look impressive while concealing errors, rework, poor customer outcomes and escalating operating expenses.
    — Bernard Marr, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026
  • Amkor Technology — Shares dropped 7% as the semiconductor packaging and testing provider gets set to report quarterly figures after the stock market closes.
    — Scott Schnipper, CNBC, 27 July 2026
Definition of figures
Noun
  • Summer is the best time to dine out in Denver, when farm-to-table restaurants become abundant with fresh Colorado produce such as Rocky Ford melons, Olathe sweet corn and Palisade peaches.
    — Beth Rankin, Denver Post, 27 July 2026
  • Made with peaches, blueberries, cucumber, and basil, this salad is a sleeper hit.
    — Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 23 July 2026
Definition of peaches

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“Standouts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/standouts. Accessed 2 Aug. 2026.

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