stick out

Example Sentences

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"It will stick out like a big sore thumb," he said.

From Barron's • Apr. 22, 2026

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

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

Unlike traditional handles that stick out on the door surface and can always be grasped by hand, the retractable handle sinks into the door and isn’t graspable in its default position.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 3, 2026

I stick out, clad in my sun shirt and hiking shorts among all the people in bathing suits.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 16, 2024

Two cars passed by, but I was too dazed to stick out my thumb.

From "October Sky" by Homer Hickam