as in protrudes
to extend outward beyond a usual point
the relief figures stand out from the wall quite strikingly
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Recent Examples of stands out
Although his average size (6-0 1/4, 232) stands out, Fisher’s speed and instincts stand out even more.
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Dane Brugler, New York Times, 16 Oct. 2025
One specific relationship with a listener stands out to the musician.
—James Factora, Them., 15 Oct. 2025
Vijan says Mandanna’s role stands out for its physicality.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 15 Oct. 2025
Omega Auto Care stands out among vehicle service contract companies because its plans include routine maintenance, which most brands exclude or charge extra for.
—Brian Sloan, CNBC, 8 Oct. 2025
Both Ronaldo and Messi have benefited from the swelling wage inflation in elite soccer, but Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr deal stands out for its size, structure and off-field benefits.
—Megan Cartwright, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Oct. 2025
What really stands out about these Ugg sneakers is the two-tone laces and dual-lace system—no tying necessary.
—Katrina Cossey, Parents, 8 Oct. 2025
Near the banks and couture shops of the city’s Bahnhofstrasse, the Münsterhof market stands out for its high-quality goods and after-work crowds enjoying glühwein in an elegant, covered bar.
—AFAR Media, 24 Sep. 2025
The style stands out with its V-neck and eye-catching detail at the hem and cuffs.
—Robin Raven, Travel + Leisure, 17 Sep. 2025
Dane Brugler, New York Times, 16 Oct. 2025
One specific relationship with a listener stands out to the musician.
—James Factora, Them., 15 Oct. 2025
Vijan says Mandanna’s role stands out for its physicality.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 15 Oct. 2025
Omega Auto Care stands out among vehicle service contract companies because its plans include routine maintenance, which most brands exclude or charge extra for.
—Brian Sloan, CNBC, 8 Oct. 2025
Both Ronaldo and Messi have benefited from the swelling wage inflation in elite soccer, but Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr deal stands out for its size, structure and off-field benefits.
—Megan Cartwright, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Oct. 2025
What really stands out about these Ugg sneakers is the two-tone laces and dual-lace system—no tying necessary.
—Katrina Cossey, Parents, 8 Oct. 2025
Near the banks and couture shops of the city’s Bahnhofstrasse, the Münsterhof market stands out for its high-quality goods and after-work crowds enjoying glühwein in an elegant, covered bar.
—AFAR Media, 24 Sep. 2025
The style stands out with its V-neck and eye-catching detail at the hem and cuffs.
—Robin Raven, Travel + Leisure, 17 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for stands out
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Baleen is a specialized type of bone that protrudes from the jaws like teeth and is used to filter small critters from the ocean water to feed.—
Irene Wright,
Miami Herald,
22 Sep. 2025
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Later in the episode, Kelce's cohost and brother, Jason Kelce, pokes fun at Lively's athleticism in a storyline that sees Bridget attend a soccer camp.—
Shania Russell,
Entertainment Weekly,
7 Oct. 2025
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The trailer for Season 6 of Solar Opposites, released today, pokes fun of the show’s imminent end.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
29 Sep. 2025
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One in particular sticks out to Welch now.—
Elise Devlin,
New York Times,
11 Oct. 2025
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Things got testy between Florida and LSU during warm ups ahead of last week's tilt, and among the multiple pregame scuffles, one sticks out above the rest because of associate head coach and running backs coach Jabbar Juluke's involvement.—
Michael Gallagher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 Sep. 2025
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“Stands out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stands%20out. Accessed 20 Oct. 2025.
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