stick out

Example Sentences

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Even Knicks die-hards could be forgiven for not being able to stick out Game 4.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

On a nuts and bolts level, it’s all screwed together tight, even the pieces that stick out at weird angles.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

At some point before the 2 June primary, "I assume somebody will stick out," Casey said.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

Those that have been left behind stick out like sore hitchhiker’s thumbs, which helps explain recent activist interest.

From Barron's • Feb. 17, 2026

I say, but I do close my mouth so my tongue doesn't stick out.

From "Freak The Mighty" by Rodman Philbrick