stood out
Example Sentences
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Graft has long been a problem in the Philippines but the flood control case has stood out due to the sums involved.
From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026
"In my first session with Scotland, Darren stood out a mile. Fortunately for us, his son is pretty similar. There's a lot of potential, it's about using him the right way."
From BBC • May 30, 2026
Even after weeks of war-driven market swings, Monday’s moves stood out.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026
What stood out to researchers were symptoms that may not be fully represented in current drug labeling or standard adverse event reporting systems.
From Science Daily • May 24, 2026
My black suit pants stood out against the white tarp stretched beneath the coffin.
From "The Rock and the River" by Kekla Magoon
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