1
as in protruding
to extend outward beyond a usual point
no feet sticking out in the aisles, please
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as in handling
to put up with (something painful or difficult)
managed to stick out the whole race despite her bad knee
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Recent Examples of sticking out
Even the tips of his sox, which were sticking out of holes in his shoes, were summarily snipped off with scissors.
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Clare Conley, Outdoor Life, 18 Sep. 2025
The only part that should be sticking out is the handle.
—Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 18 Sep. 2025
In a horror movie, the sight of a leg being broken and the bone sticking out might be squirm-inducing but not out of bonds.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 17 Sep. 2025
The owner, @kobethesausage, shared a video of Kobe the sausage dog—with his head sticking out, tongue on show, while sitting in a bag hung over a door handle.
—Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Sep. 2025
There are spikes and things sticking out?
—Seth Abramovitch, HollywoodReporter, 3 Sep. 2025
The space still appears to be under construction, as wires can be seen sticking out of the walls and ceilings, while wooden boards cover the floors.
—Natalia Senanayake, People.com, 2 Sep. 2025
New Zealand, then known as the Gal Blacks, had been granted permission from Maori elders to perform the haka, the ceremonial war dance that features chanting, stamping and facial gestures such as pukana (bulging eyes) and whetero (sticking out the tongue).
—Peter Carline, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2025
The Outer Banks — essentially sand dunes sticking out of the ocean a few feet above sea level — are especially vulnerable.
—Allen G. Breed, Chicago Tribune, 21 Aug. 2025
Clare Conley, Outdoor Life, 18 Sep. 2025
The only part that should be sticking out is the handle.
—Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 18 Sep. 2025
In a horror movie, the sight of a leg being broken and the bone sticking out might be squirm-inducing but not out of bonds.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 17 Sep. 2025
The owner, @kobethesausage, shared a video of Kobe the sausage dog—with his head sticking out, tongue on show, while sitting in a bag hung over a door handle.
—Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Sep. 2025
There are spikes and things sticking out?
—Seth Abramovitch, HollywoodReporter, 3 Sep. 2025
The space still appears to be under construction, as wires can be seen sticking out of the walls and ceilings, while wooden boards cover the floors.
—Natalia Senanayake, People.com, 2 Sep. 2025
New Zealand, then known as the Gal Blacks, had been granted permission from Maori elders to perform the haka, the ceremonial war dance that features chanting, stamping and facial gestures such as pukana (bulging eyes) and whetero (sticking out the tongue).
—Peter Carline, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2025
The Outer Banks — essentially sand dunes sticking out of the ocean a few feet above sea level — are especially vulnerable.
—Allen G. Breed, Chicago Tribune, 21 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sticking out
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About 125 million years later, paleontologist Pedro Marrecas would visit the rocky cliffs near Praia da Área do Mastro in 2016 and discover a row of teeth protruding from the stone’s surface.—
Irene Wright,
Miami Herald,
17 Sep. 2025
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In the article, Sanderson reported the location of the ship, so that other sailors could steer clear of the protruding masts.—
Taylor Nicioli,
CNN Money,
17 Sep. 2025
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Be careful when handling debris that may have blown into your yard.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
27 Sep. 2025
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If Perich doesn’t end up handling punts returns against Rutgers, Loya is the likely the next man up.—
Andy Greder,
Twin Cities,
26 Sep. 2025
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Wandering among the half naked nymphs and leering wolves and buff mermen poking their lovely wet heads out of glassy forest pools, their eyes dark with wanting to drag her down to oblivion.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
24 Sep. 2025
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While some are panicking about the potential event, others are poking fun at the prediction.—
Cailey Gleeson,
jsonline.com,
23 Sep. 2025
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Clever and non-profane tee-to-green commentary should be allowed, just not when a player is standing over his ball.—
Ian O'Connor,
New York Times,
24 Sep. 2025
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The discovery renews scrutiny of Bolton’s handling of sensitive national security information and echoes long-standing concerns first raised during a contentious legal battle over his 2020 memoir.—
Robert Alexander,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Sep. 2025
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Now, as initial curiosity inspires the enthusiast to dig deeper into the territory, less corporate producers and wines are standing out as strong ambassadors for the region.—
Paul Caputo,
Forbes.com,
31 Aug. 2025
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Against the cottage, a vintage table serves as both potting station and decorative moment, with terra-cotta pots standing out against the wall.—
Miranda Crowell,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 Aug. 2025
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The boy’s journey parallels the song’s enduring message—that while oppression and struggle are undeniable, hope and transformation remain just over the horizon.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
24 Sep. 2025
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But Emerald Isle's most enduring magic reveals itself a bit more slowly.—
Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott,
Southern Living,
24 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The future will not be secured by tolerating lies or retreating into despair.—
Carolyn McKinney,
Boston Herald,
22 Sep. 2025
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People end up tolerating less-than-great environments to keep their paychecks.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
22 Sep. 2025
Verb
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No, those aren’t the definitions the Eagles are accepting at this point.—
Brooks Kubena,
New York Times,
22 Sep. 2025
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Homan was recorded by the FBI in September 2024 accepting a bag with $50,000 in it as part of an undercover FBI operation, according to multiple news reports.—
Joey Garrison,
USA Today,
22 Sep. 2025
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“Sticking out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sticking%20out. Accessed 29 Sep. 2025.
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