1
as in protruded
to extend outward beyond a usual point
no feet sticking out in the aisles, please
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2
as in accepted
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 stuck out
Rempe, who credited Oates for changing the curve on his stick, stuck out in a group with Fox, Zegras and other players known for their offensive prowess.
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Vincent Z. Mercogliano, New York Times, 1 Oct. 2025
Manchester is played in the film by Channing Tatum, who brings a lot of energy to the real life criminal — but that cheerful attitude was something that stuck out about Manchester, Cianfrance told the Observer.
—Zach Dennis, Charlotte Observer, 24 Sep. 2025
As Fodrey stuck out his tongue out in celebration in the north end of the stadium, Loons fans buried heads in hands.
—Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 18 Sep. 2025
Four areas of the executive's remarks stuck out to us.
—Morgan Chittum,kevin Stankiewicz,jeff Marks, CNBC, 9 Sep. 2025
The similarities might not have stuck out quite as much, but James Dyson’s words about copycats rang in my mind.
—Tyler Hayes, PC Magazine, 8 Sep. 2025
Even with a relatively small sample size, the anomaly stuck out like a giant, red, throbbing sore thumb — a favorite gag in animation.
—Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 3 Sep. 2025
Over seven seasons, our intrepid captain guided her Intrepid-class Federation starship back to the Alpha Quadrant after being stuck out in the Delta Quadrant over 70,000 light-years from Earth.
—Jeff Spry, Space.com, 22 Aug. 2025
Her consciousness is recorded like an additional probe stuck out in the world to gather perceptual information, deepening their own.
—Ellyn Gaydos
august 11, Literary Hub, 11 Aug. 2025
Vincent Z. Mercogliano, New York Times, 1 Oct. 2025
Manchester is played in the film by Channing Tatum, who brings a lot of energy to the real life criminal — but that cheerful attitude was something that stuck out about Manchester, Cianfrance told the Observer.
—Zach Dennis, Charlotte Observer, 24 Sep. 2025
As Fodrey stuck out his tongue out in celebration in the north end of the stadium, Loons fans buried heads in hands.
—Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 18 Sep. 2025
Four areas of the executive's remarks stuck out to us.
—Morgan Chittum,kevin Stankiewicz,jeff Marks, CNBC, 9 Sep. 2025
The similarities might not have stuck out quite as much, but James Dyson’s words about copycats rang in my mind.
—Tyler Hayes, PC Magazine, 8 Sep. 2025
Even with a relatively small sample size, the anomaly stuck out like a giant, red, throbbing sore thumb — a favorite gag in animation.
—Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 3 Sep. 2025
Over seven seasons, our intrepid captain guided her Intrepid-class Federation starship back to the Alpha Quadrant after being stuck out in the Delta Quadrant over 70,000 light-years from Earth.
—Jeff Spry, Space.com, 22 Aug. 2025
Her consciousness is recorded like an additional probe stuck out in the world to gather perceptual information, deepening their own.
—Ellyn Gaydos
august 11, Literary Hub, 11 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for stuck out
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His bones visibly protruded from his thin skin, according to court documents.—
Ryan Murphy,
IndyStar,
23 Sep. 2025
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There is a total of 55 units, 46 of which will be designated as affordable housing with rent starting as low as $469 per month, and Section 8 vouchers are accepted.—
Everett Eaton,
jsonline.com,
4 Oct. 2025
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Cash is not accepted at Mortgage Matchup Center.—
Ed Masley,
AZCentral.com,
4 Oct. 2025
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Because tiny holes are poked into the soil surface, more nutrients can reach greater soil depths.—
Lauren David,
Southern Living,
3 Oct. 2025
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In a 2019 post celebrating his third wedding anniversary with Miles, Minoso poked fun at his character’s romantic shortcomings.—
Emily Blackwood,
PEOPLE,
1 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Over the decades of LDP dominance of Japanese politics since it was established in 1955, voters tolerated endemic corruption because the LDP delivered economic growth.—
Jeff Kingston,
Time,
4 Oct. 2025
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Limited evidence exists on the use of ashwagandha and L-theanine; however, combining them does not appear to cause negative interactions, and both supplements are generally considered safe and well-tolerated.—
Amy Brownstein,
Verywell Health,
30 Sep. 2025
Verb
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What stood out to you about his leadership style and personality?—
Senior Editor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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But six microbial groups stood out; consistently associated with mammoth hosts.—
Pranjal Malewar,
New Atlas,
30 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The state argued incidents that arose from the ICE facility protests in recent months have been handled by local law enforcement and have not been severe enough to be considered a riot or rebellion.—
Elizabeth Wolfe,
CNN Money,
3 Oct. 2025
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Until now, Hiyune handled the initial creation from scratch, but now the two of us also contribute at that stage.—
Billboard Japan,
Billboard,
3 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Although the pair have been married for a decade, their relationship has endured rough patches.—
Brendan Le,
PEOPLE,
4 Oct. 2025
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Neve and Nala have each endured their own struggles, but they are finally being taken care of by their foster owner, Kelly Sayer.—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Three hundred and thirty days after Hersh was taken, her son's body was returned to her – 114 pounds on a frame that once stood six feet tall, and now, had six wounds.—
Romina Ruiz-Goiriena,
USA Today,
4 Oct. 2025
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Officers have stood guard at the yellow police tape around the clock since Sunday.—
John Wisely,
Freep.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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“Stuck out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stuck%20out. Accessed 7 Oct. 2025.
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