as in to protrude
to extend outward beyond a usual point
the relief figures stand out from the wall quite strikingly
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as in star
a person who is widely known and usually much talked about
several standouts from showbiz were at the gala
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as in beauty
something very good of its kind
his debut novel was a standout in an otherwise lackluster year
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Recent Examples of stand out
Ganesh Rao, CNBC, 28 Nov. 2024
Between curating a lineup of original and licensed specials, devising a strategy to stand out in the market, and making decisions about what kind of content Hulu is willing to platform, there were lots of questions for Furutani and her team to consider.
—Hershal Pandya, Vulture, 27 Nov. 2024
Lori A Bashian Fox News, Fox News, 9 Nov. 2024
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This recipe for mashed potatoes will be the Thanksgiving standout this year.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Nov. 2024
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The company stands out among Bernstein’s picks as one of the few stocks with strong U.S. exposure, but with a low tariff risk post-election.
—Ganesh Rao, CNBC, 28 Nov. 2024
Between curating a lineup of original and licensed specials, devising a strategy to stand out in the market, and making decisions about what kind of content Hulu is willing to platform, there were lots of questions for Furutani and her team to consider.
—Hershal Pandya, Vulture, 27 Nov. 2024
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One of the standout accessories Kardashian wore to the event was an amethyst cross pendant which was originally worn by Princess Diana at a charity event in 1987.
—Lori A Bashian Fox News, Fox News, 9 Nov. 2024
Recipe tested by Sarah Brekke, MS Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
8
Yield:
6 cups
Jump to Nutrition Facts
This recipe for mashed potatoes will be the Thanksgiving standout this year.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for stand out
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Warmer, drier conditions are changing autumn in Arizona The future of the aspens at risk Beneath the towering white trunks of the aspens, Stoddard looks to the thin plants protruding from the ground for clues to the fate of the peaks’ forest.John Leos, The Arizona Republic, 18 Nov. 2024
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Turn the robot on with the power switch on its side and line up the charging contacts on its bottom with those protruding from the base station.PCMAG, PCMAG, 28 Oct. 2024
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Defensive coordinator Robert Livingston’s unit had an array of stars on Saturday.Kyle Newman, The Denver Post, 16 Nov. 2024
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The city is expecting 500,000 tourists for the pop star’s six-night, two-weekend stand of her Eras tour.Melvin Backman, Quartz, 15 Nov. 2024
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Allure Daily Beauty Blast Get the latest beauty news and product launches in your inbox daily.Kara Nesvig, Allure, 21 Nov. 2024
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For instance, Target’s AI beauty advisor impressed Gen Z shopper Clay Lute, 23, with its personalized product recommendations, underscoring how AI can elevate the retail experience when designed thoughtfully.Stacey Widlitz, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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Cover up on the top half and let transparent details poke out from underneath.Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 20 Nov. 2024
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The late-night host also poked fun at a photo of Trump, Elon Musk, RFK Jr., Donald Trump Jr. and House Speaker Mike Johnson eating McDonald’s on his private plane after attending the UFC 309 event on Saturday.Ellise Shafer, Variety, 19 Nov. 2024
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At the head of this celebrity class is Sue Bird, five-time Olympic gold medalist, four-time FIBA Basketball World Cup gold medalist, four-time WNBA champion, two-time NCAA champion and 13-time WNBA All-Star.Michael Barnes, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
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Moments like these illustrate how celebrity endorsements, particularly from those with broad and diverse fan bases, can accelerate K-beauty’s global adoption while encouraging Korean brands to meet the inclusive demands of international markets.Danielle James, Vogue, 21 Nov. 2024
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From kitchen gadgets to smart home devices, Amazon has thousands of Black Friday deals on items that make your space a dream to return to.Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 28 Nov. 2024
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The support of the community as The Novel Refuge went from a dream to a reality has been amazing.Jonathan M. Pitts, Baltimore Sun, 28 Nov. 2024
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Naomi Goggin Embrace the unexpected While the couple and their planning team carefully considered every detail, there was one happy accident that sticks out in the groom’s memories.Kaitlin Menza, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Nov. 2024
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Investigators have said Colt Gray carried a semiautomatic assault-style rifle onto a school bus, with the barrel sticking out of his book bag, wrapped up in a poster board.CBS News, CBS News, 21 Nov. 2024
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Their personalities and behavior—for better and, more often, for worse—become our entertainment.Lindy Segal, Allure, 21 Nov. 2024
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Kemsley is a fashion designer and TV personality who has been a key member of the RHOBH cast for the past seven seasons.Max Goldbart, Deadline, 21 Nov. 2024
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