1
as in to protrude
to extend outward beyond a usual point
no feet sticking out in the aisles, please
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2
as in to stand
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 stick out
His speed would probably stand out on any team, but certainly sticks out on a Patriots roster lacking explosiveness.
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Chad Graff, New York Times, 1 Aug. 2025
On the back of the animal there is a caudal bundle, or a bunch of bristles that stick out all together like a tail.
—Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 1 Aug. 2025
But the play that stuck out was one that underscored his athleticism.
—Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 29 July 2025
One unnamed feature on the intro sticks out though, complementing Tyler’s characteristic moxie with seasoned, head-of-state bravado.
—Olivier Lafontant, Pitchfork, 21 July 2025
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Chad Graff, New York Times, 1 Aug. 2025
On the back of the animal there is a caudal bundle, or a bunch of bristles that stick out all together like a tail.
—Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 1 Aug. 2025
But the play that stuck out was one that underscored his athleticism.
—Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 29 July 2025
One unnamed feature on the intro sticks out though, complementing Tyler’s characteristic moxie with seasoned, head-of-state bravado.
—Olivier Lafontant, Pitchfork, 21 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for stick out
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Tung’s front layers were slicked across the right side of her forehead and brushed behind her ear; her short ends protruded out underneath.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
30 July 2025
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In person the tremendous symmetry of her face was startling; her cheekbones protruded, and her eyes were far apart.—
Darcey Steinke,
Vogue,
27 July 2025
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Success comes from committing to a clear goal, understanding leverage, and standing strong.—
Theo Oshiro,
New York Daily News,
14 Aug. 2025
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Although the text of the order itself does not specifically mention SpaceX, the company currently dominates the commercial space flight industry and would stand to reap significant benefits from Trump’s actions.—
Christian Datoc,
The Washington Examiner,
14 Aug. 2025
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Apart from at the very top of the tree, which presumably pokes through Florentino Perez’s office window at Real Madrid, there are no solutions, only trade-offs.—
Mark Critchley,
New York Times,
18 Aug. 2025
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Gavin Newsom continues to mock Trump on 'Bela' The California governor's office has taken to mimicking Trump's social media style in posts trolling the president and generally poking fun at Republicans online.—
Kinsey Crowley,
USA Today,
18 Aug. 2025
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Those that tolerate high temperatures and drought to grow well in the South include Spanish lavender (Lavandula stoechas) and ‘Provence’ French lavender (Lavandula x intermedia).—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
12 Aug. 2025
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Peace lilies can tolerate lower light levels than many other houseplants.—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Aug. 2025
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Want to stand out, grow your network, and get more job opportunities?—
Kamaron McNair,
CNBC,
15 Aug. 2025
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In fact, existing architectural features of older buildings often create a unique, historic aesthetic that is highly attractive and stands out from conventional commercial offerings.—
Dr. Dick Bridy,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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Teams handle data all the time—but in many companies, the steps teams must take to stay compliant aren’t built into daily work.—
Jodi Daniels,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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International sales are being handled by Totem Films.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Aug. 2025
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The actress praises costume designer Trish Summerville, whose team then adorned her with all the brooches, bangles, and those bulging glasses.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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To prevent botulism, the CDC recommends refrigerating or freezing leftovers promptly after cooking, throwing away damaged or bulging cans, and following the USDA's guide to home-canning. 2.—
Deirdre Bardolf,
FOXNews.com,
9 Aug. 2025
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After opening the season as one of the best teams in the American League, the New York Yankees have endured a brutal skid in the standings and are now clinging onto the final wild card spot as the playoffs approach.—
Peter Chawaga,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Aug. 2025
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Despite their busy lives, the cast's friendships have endured.—
Zoey Lyttle,
People.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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“Stick out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stick%20out. Accessed 22 Aug. 2025.
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