stand·out
ˈstand-ˌau̇t 
often attributive
: one that is prominent or conspicuous especially because of excellence
stood out; standing out; stands out
1
a
: to appear as if in relief : project
b
: to be prominent or conspicuous
stands out from the crowd
2
: to steer away from shore
3
: to be stubborn in resolution or resistance
Synonyms
Examples of standout in a Sentence
Noun
She is a standout among the available candidates.
All the cameras we tested were good, but there was no real standout.
Verb
the relief figures stand out from the wall quite strikingly
Recent Examples on the Web
Maddie Hartley, Kansas City Star, 19 May 2024
The Sea Lions also boast starting pitchers Dylan Miller (10-2, 3.41 ERA), Austyn Coleman (8-1, 3.84 ERA) and Ray Cebulski (8-1, 4.40 ERA) and have a standout closer in James Sashin (1-0, 2.08 ERA, 16 SV).
—Kirk Kenney, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 May 2024
One of the standouts is 1920 Prohibition Style, an homage to the period when Old Forester was making whiskey under a medicinal license.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 15 May 2024
Here’s a look at some of the standouts from the 2024 edition.
—Ligaya Mishan Anthony Cotsifas Emily Woo Zeller Tanya Pérez Quinton Kamara, New York Times, 13 May 2024
Sarah Pidgeon and Will Brill are standouts in a top-to-bottom perfect ensemble, while Will Butler (formerly of Arcade Fire) masterfully evokes Fleetwood Mac through a string of irresistible jams.
—Patrick Ryan, USA TODAY, 12 May 2024
They are known for their standout service, gorgeous design, location, and, of course, their kid-friendly offerings.
—Meagan Drillinger, Travel + Leisure, 11 May 2024
Grow one at the corner of your house, at the edge of your patio, or as a standout tree out on the lawn.
—Steve Bender, Southern Living, 7 May 2024
Over the years, the tennis star has marked the first Monday in May with various standout looks—from a dramatic ombré feather cape and jumpsuit in 2021, to last year’s floor-length black gown.
—Leah Faye Cooper, Vogue, 6 May 2024
Carol Besler, Robb Report, 15 May 2024
Taylor Wilson: And, Aysha, what else stood out to you from Cohen's testimony yesterday?
—Taylor Wilson, USA TODAY, 14 May 2024
But what really made these stand out was the breathability.
—Deanne Revel, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 May 2024
Following Orlando, which got a perfect score of 1, were four other U.S. cities that stood out for their wheelchair accessibility: Seattle; Chicago; Albuquerque, New Mexico; and New Orleans.
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 10 May 2024
In a town like Louisville, a cocktail spot with bright lights, lots of plants and clear spirits behind the bar stands out.
—Amanda Hancock, The Courier-Journal, 10 May 2024
The project’s unique take on Basque history and culture stood out to the Catalan festival’s selectors.
—Callum McLennan, Variety, 9 May 2024
The most obvious way to stand out in a big, loud multitude is to be louder, and loudness, with a side helping of eeriness, was more or less the métier of the mid-century Italian artist Domenico Gnoli.
—Jackson Arn, The New Yorker, 2 May 2024
The 2024 Traverse’s new looks stand out among less outdoorsy midsize SUVs.
—Mark Phelan, Detroit Free Press, 2 May 2024
Noun
Senior Laurin Krings was an easy standout for the Tigers all weekend, starting her fourth game of the regional Sunday afternoon.
—Maddie Hartley, Kansas City Star, 19 May 2024
The Sea Lions also boast starting pitchers Dylan Miller (10-2, 3.41 ERA), Austyn Coleman (8-1, 3.84 ERA) and Ray Cebulski (8-1, 4.40 ERA) and have a standout closer in James Sashin (1-0, 2.08 ERA, 16 SV).
—Kirk Kenney, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 May 2024
One of the standouts is 1920 Prohibition Style, an homage to the period when Old Forester was making whiskey under a medicinal license.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 15 May 2024
Here’s a look at some of the standouts from the 2024 edition.
—Ligaya Mishan Anthony Cotsifas Emily Woo Zeller Tanya Pérez Quinton Kamara, New York Times, 13 May 2024
Sarah Pidgeon and Will Brill are standouts in a top-to-bottom perfect ensemble, while Will Butler (formerly of Arcade Fire) masterfully evokes Fleetwood Mac through a string of irresistible jams.
—Patrick Ryan, USA TODAY, 12 May 2024
They are known for their standout service, gorgeous design, location, and, of course, their kid-friendly offerings.
—Meagan Drillinger, Travel + Leisure, 11 May 2024
Grow one at the corner of your house, at the edge of your patio, or as a standout tree out on the lawn.
—Steve Bender, Southern Living, 7 May 2024
Over the years, the tennis star has marked the first Monday in May with various standout looks—from a dramatic ombré feather cape and jumpsuit in 2021, to last year’s floor-length black gown.
—Leah Faye Cooper, Vogue, 6 May 2024
Verb
Two Cartier Crash models stand out for their unusual twists on an already unusual design (lot 98 has a burgundy lacquer dial, and lot 4 is a unique piece with green Roman numerals).
—Carol Besler, Robb Report, 15 May 2024
Taylor Wilson: And, Aysha, what else stood out to you from Cohen's testimony yesterday?
—Taylor Wilson, USA TODAY, 14 May 2024
But what really made these stand out was the breathability.
—Deanne Revel, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 May 2024
Following Orlando, which got a perfect score of 1, were four other U.S. cities that stood out for their wheelchair accessibility: Seattle; Chicago; Albuquerque, New Mexico; and New Orleans.
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 10 May 2024
In a town like Louisville, a cocktail spot with bright lights, lots of plants and clear spirits behind the bar stands out.
—Amanda Hancock, The Courier-Journal, 10 May 2024
The project’s unique take on Basque history and culture stood out to the Catalan festival’s selectors.
—Callum McLennan, Variety, 9 May 2024
The most obvious way to stand out in a big, loud multitude is to be louder, and loudness, with a side helping of eeriness, was more or less the métier of the mid-century Italian artist Domenico Gnoli.
—Jackson Arn, The New Yorker, 2 May 2024
The 2024 Traverse’s new looks stand out among less outdoorsy midsize SUVs.
—Mark Phelan, Detroit Free Press, 2 May 2024
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standout
1 of 2 noun
stand·out
ˈstan-ˌdau̇t
: one that is well-known or outstanding especially because of excellence
stand out
2 of 2 verb(ˈ)stan-ˈdau̇t
1
: to stick out from a surface : project
2
: to be easily seen or recognized
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