How to Use standout in a Sentence

standout

1 of 2 noun
  • She is a standout among the available candidates.
  • All the cameras we tested were good, but there was no real standout.
  • The true standout of Kaley's look, though, was the bodice of the dress.
    Adrianna Freedman, Good Housekeeping, 28 May 2023
  • 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
  • Awash in sparkle, the Hyper Lucky Star was the standout.
    elle.com, 4 Apr. 2023
  • The Eagles’ standout tried to stand up, but couldn’t bear the weight on her leg.
    Ivan Orozco, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Jan. 2024
  • Take a look at some of the standout moments of the evening below.
    Rivea Ruff, Essence, 11 Jan. 2023
  • The surprising standout of the day wasn’t a bagel at all.
    Jess Lander, San Francisco Chronicle, 27 Mar. 2023
  • Here’s a cheat sheet of the standout discounts our team is adding to our carts.
    Malia Griggs, Glamour, 4 July 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
  • The standout menu item for the Pub Fiction pop-up is the Big Kahuna burger from the movie.
    Erik S. Hanley, Journal Sentinel, 18 Oct. 2024
  • The true standout, though, are the tent walls, which feature large images of leafy trees.
    Lindsay Kimble, Peoplemag, 7 May 2024
  • But that was just one of the standout moments from the show, which was hosted by Trevor Noah (right).
    Alli Rosenbloom, CNN, 6 Feb. 2023
  • But the 3-star standout knows what to expect come kickoff.
    Mike Perrin | , al, 7 Sep. 2023
  • Alexander was a standout after the coaching staff watched the film.
    Thuc Nhi Nguyen, Los Angeles Times, 30 Aug. 2023
  • One of the standouts is the Tweed Poudré, a brooch that can transform into a necklace when worn on a chain.
    Lindsay Talbot, New York Times, 22 Sep. 2023
  • The coaching staff praised him at the time as a constant standout in practice.
    Michael Niziolek, The Indianapolis Star, 18 Aug. 2023
  • The drinks: Champagne and French wine were on offer, but tequila was the standout.
    Megan Conway, New York Times, 19 Oct. 2023
  • The Mango Black Tea was also a standout in our taste tests.
    Sarah Wharton, Good Housekeeping, 25 Aug. 2023
  • What are some of the standouts on your 18-serving tasting menu?
    Chelsea Davis, Forbes, 27 Mar. 2023
  • With 36 staff to a maximum 56 guests, the service is a standout.
    Alex Greggery, Robb Report, 7 Mar. 2024
  • In a city known for traffic, LAX is a standout for its gridlock.
    Ryan Fonseca, Los Angeles Times, 11 June 2024
  • But the real standout at Monaci is the world-class food and wine offering.
    Liam Hess, Vogue, 6 Aug. 2024
  • Below keep scrolling for all the standout looks from the 75th Emmy Awards red carpet.
    Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 16 Jan. 2024
  • Meat-eaters can get their fill at the many Mediterranean standouts befitting the scenery.
    Brad Japhe, Travel + Leisure, 9 May 2023
  • Shop some standouts from the Fenty Fam Sale below and check out the full savings event at fentybeauty.com.
    Erin Lassner, The Hollywood Reporter, 20 Sep. 2024
  • Here are three of the standout looks of the night, including the exact products the glam squads used to nail their clients’ gorgeous hair.
    Meg Hemphill, The Hollywood Reporter, 8 Jan. 2024
  • The former Alabama standout was a second-round pick in the 2019 NFL draft.
    The Enquirer, 28 Mar. 2023
  • Payne, a standout singer on the X-Factor, subsequently became a member of one of the most successful boy bands of all time at the age of seventeen.
    Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes, 18 Oct. 2024
  • This was the standout of that year’s collection, bringing Lagavulin’s familiar peaty notes to another level with flavors like blueberry, molasses, caramel on the palate and fig, raisin and cherry on the nose.
    Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 28 Oct. 2024
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stand out

2 of 2 verb
  • But a bassline just wouldn’t cut it if the beat was to stand out.
    J'na Jefferson, Billboard, 12 Apr. 2023
  • The best way to stand out over the long term is to set the stage beforehand.
    Serenity Gibbons, Forbes, 12 Sep. 2024
  • Avoid these to stand out (and don't forget to spell check).
    Marina Johnson, The Indianapolis Star, 1 Mar. 2024
  • But three things stand out since Michael Regan took the top job in 2021.
    Washington Post Staff, Washington Post, 29 Mar. 2023
  • The vibrant colors of this set will stand out against the rest of her room decor.
    Emily Shiffer, Women's Health, 25 Jan. 2023
  • In a world where wildlife docs are a dime a dozen, this niche focus stands out from the herd.
    Chris Snellgrove, EW.com, 2 Apr. 2024
  • What stands out to me is that the Warriors had the firepower and the offense to build the lead.
    Jannelle Moore, The Mercury News, 20 Apr. 2024
  • There are a lot of great rod holders on the water, but our picks stand out among the crowd.
    Ric Burnley, Field & Stream, 25 Oct. 2023
  • But maybe the trait that stood out the most to us was her amazing integrity.
    Alexandra E. Petri, Los Angeles Times, 29 Sep. 2023
  • As the clementine mellowed, the honey note is what stood out to my nose.
    Jihan Forbes, Allure, 21 Dec. 2023
  • Here are the 7 special steps that make this cookie recipe stand out.
    Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Feb. 2024
  • But out of all of the tapes and all the Fridays, there’s one player whose highlights have stood out above the rest.
    Ashley Bastock, cleveland, 19 Sep. 2023
  • But even a broken clock is right twice a day, and amidst all those duds, a few gems have stood out.
    Ej Dickson, Rolling Stone, 18 Apr. 2024
  • They are made from a cotton blend and have cinched cuffs and a high waistband that makes the loose fit stand out.
    Toni Sutton, Peoplemag, 28 Feb. 2023
  • But the wave of interest from young people in the 2022 midterm makes the last election stand out.
    Kristi Tanner, Detroit Free Press, 1 Mar. 2023
  • Still, one new spot stands out from the rest: Warren Street Hotel.
    Devorah Lev-Tov, TIME, 25 July 2024
  • Some of the ones that have stood out the most are Jack Tanner from our offensive line group.
    Lia Assimakopoulos, Dallas News, 7 July 2023
  • The unique ruching down the center of this one-piece looks great on every body type and is sure to stand out on the beach.
    Meaghan Kenny, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Mar. 2023
  • What will stand out most, then, are the things that voters may not have heard in a State of the Union before, the things that make clips the next day.
    CNN, 8 Feb. 2023
  • If frills and sequins aren't your vibe, a unique cutout jumpsuit will still stand out.
    Hannah Oh, Seventeen, 8 Feb. 2023
  • But this stood out as one of the best compost bins because of its smart features.
    Paige Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Feb. 2024
  • In an ocean of black, white, and gray SUVs, Fiat's wee, rose gold car stands out.
    Eric Bangeman, Ars Technica, 16 Aug. 2024
  • If nothing else, the Cybertruck will stand out in a crowded field.
    Jack Ewing, New York Times, 7 Feb. 2023
  • Grab a pair in a classic shade or customize it to stand out.
    Nora Colomer, Fox News, 5 Aug. 2024
  • Angela Paxton stood out in a bright red suit on the Senate floor.
    Lauren McGaughy, Dallas News, 5 Sep. 2023
  • But maybe the trait that stood out most of all was her amazing integrity.
    Melissa Quinn, CBS News, 29 Sep. 2023
  • Someone sprints to the drone, whose white fuselage stands out against the iron-rich red soil, and covers it with a dark net.
    WIRED, 29 Sep. 2023
  • The Ignite Plus also stands out for its overall ease of use.
    Kevin Brouillard, Travel + Leisure, 23 Mar. 2023
  • Valenzuela stood out even at a young age and by 1977, he was signed by Etchohuaquila’s local team, the Navojoa Mayos.
    Ed Guzman, Los Angeles Times, 23 Oct. 2024
  • One statistic that stood out to me was that only 15% of girls are getting enough exercise, while 85% are more likely to turn to their smartphones.
    Ruhama Wolle, Glamour, 4 Nov. 2024

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