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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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In a nation fed up with leaders seen as tolerating or colluding with organized crime, Manzo, 40, stood out.

From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026

Speaking to The Athletic, Shaun Maloney, one of Doku's former coaches with Belgium, said the winger's quality immediately stood out at youth level.

From BBC • May 16, 2026

Still, IRIS’ work stood out in a world where much of the science on toxic chemicals is funded by corporations with a vested stake in them.

From Salon • May 5, 2026

Apple has stood out from its megacap peers for not spending as much on AI as they are.

From Barron's • May 1, 2026

She was seated with her back turned to the table, because her belly stood out too far for her to face it.

From "I Can Make This Promise" by Christine Day