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
Linen Color and Pattern Options Out of the many linen bedding brands that are out there, Piglet in Bed stuck out to me because of their color and pattern options.
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Halee Miller Van Ryswyk, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Feb. 2025
In the photo with Alabama, who is the daughter of Kourtney’s husband Travis Barker, Kourtney stuck out her tongue as the duo posed for a selfie dressed in all-black.
—Kirsty Hatcher, People.com, 17 Feb. 2025
One thing that stuck out, though, was his response to dealing with pressure.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 17 Feb. 2025
There are probably a lot more, but these are the ones that have stuck out to me.
—Isaac Chotiner, The New Yorker, 3 Feb. 2025
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Halee Miller Van Ryswyk, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Feb. 2025
In the photo with Alabama, who is the daughter of Kourtney’s husband Travis Barker, Kourtney stuck out her tongue as the duo posed for a selfie dressed in all-black.
—Kirsty Hatcher, People.com, 17 Feb. 2025
One thing that stuck out, though, was his response to dealing with pressure.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 17 Feb. 2025
There are probably a lot more, but these are the ones that have stuck out to me.
—Isaac Chotiner, The New Yorker, 3 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for stick out
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In September 2024, suspect Ryan Routh, 59, was detained after Secret Service agents spotted a rifle protruding from a bush while Trump was playing on the golf course.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
27 Feb. 2025
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Its most significant physical feature is a segmented tread protruding from its back, and extending to the front of its face.—
Jeff Spry,
Space.com,
27 Feb. 2025
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The large flowers are produced at the end of stems that stand from from one foot tall to over four feet.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
27 Feb. 2025
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Continuing claims, which run a week behind, showed a small decrease and stood at 1.86 million.—
Jeff Cox,
CNBC,
27 Feb. 2025
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Read more Adrien Brody gives powerful Oscar speech after Best Actor win The worst Super Bowl ads of 2025 Hulu's Oscars gaffe, email error sparks anger During the ceremony, Oscars host Conan O'Brien poked fun at the Dune star's outfit color choice.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
3 Mar. 2025
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Offerman also poked fun at himself with quips about his monotone voice and his appearance.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
3 Mar. 2025
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Message: mean behavior will not be tolerated in my world.—
Marybeth Gasman,
Forbes,
24 Feb. 2025
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Certainly, a lack of effort or dedication won’t be tolerated.—
Kevin Kurz,
The Athletic,
24 Feb. 2025
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Although customers rave about the cheese enchiladas and puffy tacos, the breakfast taco lineup is what makes this place stand out.—
Edmund Tijerina,
Bon Appétit,
27 Feb. 2025
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Here’s how to tailor your CV to stand out when applying for remote positions.—
Andrew Fennell,
Forbes,
27 Feb. 2025
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Sörensen said Martinez is well equipped to handle that role.—
Mark Lazerus,
The Athletic,
23 Feb. 2025
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Kids who communicate well, handle emotions effectively and build healthy relationships aren’t just naturally skilled at social interactions.—
Kelsey Mora, Contributor,
CNBC,
23 Feb. 2025
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Early foldable phones bulged out of my pant pockets, and looked chunky in the hand.—
Ben Sin,
Forbes,
28 Dec. 2024
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On the field, Orozco was successful in her first season before missing last year due to the aforementioned bulging disc.—
Walter Villa,
Miami Herald,
17 Feb. 2025
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The legendary songstress, whose velvety voice redefined soul and R&B, remains an enduring icon of elegance, emotion, and artistry.—
Larry Stansbury,
Essence,
24 Feb. 2025
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Ours is a legacy that endures — one that will continue to endure no matter who’s in the White House.—
Tracey L. Rogers,
Sun Sentinel,
23 Feb. 2025
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“Stick out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stick%20out. Accessed 10 Mar. 2025.
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