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stood out

VERB

be conspicuous, prominent

Synonyms

STRONGEST

emerge loom stick out

WEAK

attract attention be distinct be highlighted be striking beetle bulge bulk catch the eye jut overhang poke pouch project protrude

Antonyms

WEAK

obscure

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