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
Winning despite adversity, more than anything, is what stands out.
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Mike Bianchi, The Orlando Sentinel, 20 Apr. 2026
Also, the muscovado’s dark color translates to the amaro, giving it a dark golden hue that stands out on a bar shelf.
—Taylor Tobin, Southern Living, 19 Apr. 2026
The first thing that stands out about the film’s quaint locale is that its scant dwellings are made up only of exterior flats.
—Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 12 Apr. 2026
Nestled within the lush green landscape, the house stands out with a fresh, white palette and a standing seam roof.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Apr. 2026
What stands out isn't just the increase in complaints.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 12 Apr. 2026
One proposal that stands out is a voluntary buyout program to help fire victims move to more insurable areas.
—Ethan Varian, Mercury News, 5 Apr. 2026
The old Graham family home, built in the 1920s from coral rock, stands out on the north side, majestically keeping a vigil on the progress unfolding around it.
—Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 5 Apr. 2026
Greeley stands out with a robust median home price of $391,000, with homes selling in just 17 days at about 99% of list price.
—Sara B. Hansen, Denver Post, 21 Mar. 2026
Mike Bianchi, The Orlando Sentinel, 20 Apr. 2026
Also, the muscovado’s dark color translates to the amaro, giving it a dark golden hue that stands out on a bar shelf.
—Taylor Tobin, Southern Living, 19 Apr. 2026
The first thing that stands out about the film’s quaint locale is that its scant dwellings are made up only of exterior flats.
—Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 12 Apr. 2026
Nestled within the lush green landscape, the house stands out with a fresh, white palette and a standing seam roof.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Apr. 2026
What stands out isn't just the increase in complaints.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 12 Apr. 2026
One proposal that stands out is a voluntary buyout program to help fire victims move to more insurable areas.
—Ethan Varian, Mercury News, 5 Apr. 2026
The old Graham family home, built in the 1920s from coral rock, stands out on the north side, majestically keeping a vigil on the progress unfolding around it.
—Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 5 Apr. 2026
Greeley stands out with a robust median home price of $391,000, with homes selling in just 17 days at about 99% of list price.
—Sara B. Hansen, Denver Post, 21 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for stands out
Verb
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Part of it protrudes from the exterior, with natural airflow helping keep the food inside chilled.—
Adam Williams
March 29,
New Atlas,
29 Mar. 2026
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The lone camera is a single round lens that protrudes from the upper-left corner of the rear panel.—
Eric Zeman,
PC Magazine,
9 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The clip also pokes fun at Roach's retirement announcement in 2023, only to return to the industry two years later.—
Catherine Santino,
PEOPLE,
10 Apr. 2026
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Your 6th House of Health takes focus with the nurturing Moon there, though Luna also pokes expensive Jupiter in your 3rd House of Distractions.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
2 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Stevens sticks out like a sore thumb in this price range as a value play.—
Dennis Esser,
New York Times,
12 Apr. 2026
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One particularly hilarious example sticks out to Kaufman, to this day.—
Angela Andaloro,
PEOPLE,
11 Apr. 2026
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“Stands out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stands%20out. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026.
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