1
as in to protrude
to extend outward beyond a usual point
no feet sticking out in the aisles, please
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2
as in to stand
to put up with (something painful or difficult)
managed to stick out the whole race despite her bad knee
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Recent Examples of stick out
The thing that sticks out the most is [Johansson’s] ability to be in every department constantly, but with 100% enthusiasm and commitment.
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Ellise Shafer, Variety, 20 May 2025
The durable piece has a sleek profile that prevents it from sticking out too far from the wall.
—Ali Faccenda, People.com, 16 May 2025
Initially picking up the script, there was this line that really stuck out to me.
—Ebonie Walker, Refinery29, 12 May 2025
Her few attempts at straight tension, especially a slightly bizarre final confrontation with Amalric’s angry husband figure, stick out from an otherwise playful feature.
—Guilherme Jacobs, IndieWire, 21 May 2025
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Ellise Shafer, Variety, 20 May 2025
The durable piece has a sleek profile that prevents it from sticking out too far from the wall.
—Ali Faccenda, People.com, 16 May 2025
Initially picking up the script, there was this line that really stuck out to me.
—Ebonie Walker, Refinery29, 12 May 2025
Her few attempts at straight tension, especially a slightly bizarre final confrontation with Amalric’s angry husband figure, stick out from an otherwise playful feature.
—Guilherme Jacobs, IndieWire, 21 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for stick out
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Alleging an intrusive shed, a protruding carport and sprinkler damage, a Meridian church has taken legal action against a longtime neighbor.—
Rachel Roberts,
Idaho Statesman,
30 May 2025
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Using a chemical glove box, a polycarbonate glass box with protruding gloves that shields substances from oxygen and moisture, scientists combined the berkelium metal with an organic molecule containing only carbon and hydrogen to create a chemical reaction.—
Chase Hunter,
Mercury News,
26 Mar. 2025
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The video, posted to both Instagram and X, shows Carpenter in mini denim shorts standing next to a brown suitcase.—
Julius Miller,
Los Angeles Times,
3 June 2025
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The video ends with the man still on the ground and the police officers standing over him.—
Michael Collins,
USA Today,
3 June 2025
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That victory put O’Malley back in the rankings. O’Malley’s next bout ended in a no contest, when an eye poke in the second round left Pedro Munhoz unable to continue.—
Trent Reinsmith,
Forbes.com,
7 June 2025
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Senior Russian security official Dmitry Medvedev poked fun at the explosive war of words between U.S. President Donald Trump and billionaire Elon Musk, offering to mediate peace between the two political allies.—
Shane Croucher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 June 2025
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Remember: The skin on our necks is much thinner, so even if your face can tolerate these ingredients, baby steps around the neck are important.—
Deanna Pai,
Glamour,
12 June 2025
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However, violence, destruction and vandalism will not be tolerated in our city and those responsible will be held fully accountable.—
Kate Plummer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 June 2025
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Meanwhile, King’s status as a last-minute guest was evident in her clothes, the journalist's green sweatsuit standing out among the black-tie attire.—
Bailey Richards,
People.com,
4 June 2025
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This Gandini design didn’t win its Ferrari V-8 class, but stood out for its stance, proportion, and angular lines amidst later, more voluptuous eight-cylinder Prancing Horses, such as the 360 Modena and 430.—
Ben Oliver,
Robb Report,
4 June 2025
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Production is being handled by Fortiche Films (Jérôme Combe, Hervé Dupont), with Les Storygraphes and ARTE France onboard as co-producers.—
Jamie Lang,
Variety,
10 June 2025
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The collection also includes three of Made In’s award-winning French knives—a chef knife, utility knife, and paring knife—with unique denim micarta knife handles.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
10 June 2025
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Photos posted online showed the snake arrived at a Virginia animal hospital with a bulging body.—
Simone Jasper,
Miami Herald,
6 June 2025
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This week, they’re dominated by the moon, which enters its bulging gibbous phase in advance of next week’s full strawberry moon.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
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Importantly, farmland’s underlying value remains rooted in biological fundamentals: Crops continue to grow, and land productivity endures regardless of broader market cycles.—
Artem Milinchuk,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2025
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Not in a transactional sense, though synergy toward enduring economic growth would be plenty welcome.—
Vahe Gregorian,
Kansas City Star,
12 June 2025
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“Stick out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stick%20out. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.
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