sticks out

present tense third-person singular of stick out

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sticks out
Verb
  • Loose threads that fly about vigorously in the wind decorate almost every garment, the inside lining often pokes out in random places, and cutoff sleeves are repositioned as dress pockets.
    Denni Hu, WWD, 9 Oct. 2024
  • Ellen pokes her head out from behind a door as her friends grow impatient.
    Scottie Andrew, CNN, 6 Oct. 2024
Verb
  • Now, as the region endures an unprecedented level of violence, including the ongoing Israeli war in Gaza, the two factions are edging toward a deal.
    Mark R. Weaver, Newsweek, 4 Dec. 2024
  • For some, the trauma endures for years, on planes and off.
    Carly Lewis, New York Times, 25 Nov. 2024
Verb
  • But this demands a delicate equilibrium—one that accepts a pluralistic tapestry of groups and interests.
    Guney Yildiz, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Greg and Jack naturally do not get along, but Jack eventually realizes Greg and Pam love each other and accepts their relationship.
    Tommy McArdle, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • The game was played at the arena that bears Carnesecca's name - the arena opened in 1961 and was named after the Hall of Fame coach in 2004.
    Ryan Morik, Fox News, 7 Dec. 2024
  • The facility bears interest at variable rates and is secured by a first priority lien on substantially all of the company's assets.
    Quartz Bot, Quartz, 12 Nov. 2024
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“Sticks out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sticks%20out. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.

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