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outsider

[out-sahy-der] / ˌaʊtˈsaɪ dər /


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Matières Fécales — literally French for “fecal matter” — has gone from an intentionally provocative outsider project to dressing some of the world’s biggest celebrities, including Zendaya, Lady Gaga, Demi Moore and Kylie Jenner.

From Salon Aug. 9, 2026

Kojey Radical's third album was inspired by two separate incidents: A fashion week afterparty where he felt like an outsider, and a birthday bash for a close friend that highlighted a rift in their friendship.

From BBC Jul. 30, 2026

Burwell’s music would be an outsider pick for a score award, but a Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross-caliber choice to win.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 21, 2026

Walter Mondale pioneered the liaison job, bridging the gap between the outsider President Jimmy Carter, and Mondale’s former congressional colleagues.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 16, 2026

Francie, of course, became an outsider shunned by all because of her stench.

From "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" by Betty Smith

It is a secret code that cannot be fully understood by outsiders.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 14, 2026

Although they lack the global profile of Turkey's biggest clubs, Trabzonspor are far from outsiders.

From BBC Aug. 6, 2026

Even in concert cancellation situations that seem clear-cut to outsiders, insurance payouts aren’t guaranteed.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 6, 2026

If it wasn't for the atas' work-worn faces, it is often hard for outsiders to work out who is who.

From Barron's Jul. 21, 2026

That’s a little hard for outsiders to understand, so I’ll explain.

From "The Diary of a Young Girl" by Anne Frank




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