standout

Example Sentences

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It has had some truly standout successes - and some notable flops.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

Lahav’s tenure with the group lasted only between 1974 and 1975, yet she contributed several standout moments to Springsteen’s catalog.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

In Asia, Seoul -- the standout before the war but among the worst-hit since it started -- was up more than six percent, while Tokyo and Taipei gained at least four percent.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

It is now the standout sector of the index, rising 34% in the first quarter—its best quarterly performance in four years.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

And somehow my standout status as the Mockingjay doesn’t seem to be an advantage in a situation where they’re trying to get us to blend into a pack.

From "Mockingjay" by Suzanne Collins