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
Although the archive listed it as a copy, certain aspects stuck out to him.
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Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 15 May 2025
Half her dark hair in a ponytail and the other part haphazardly sticking out everywhere.
—Lizz Schumer, People.com, 14 May 2025
The facts in these cases vary, but one aspect sticks out: The public cares.
—Taylor Romine, CNN Money, 10 May 2025
These can stick out half a foot or more past countertops.
—Alice Knisley Matthias, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 May 2025
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Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 15 May 2025
Half her dark hair in a ponytail and the other part haphazardly sticking out everywhere.
—Lizz Schumer, People.com, 14 May 2025
The facts in these cases vary, but one aspect sticks out: The public cares.
—Taylor Romine, CNN Money, 10 May 2025
These can stick out half a foot or more past countertops.
—Alice Knisley Matthias, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for stick out
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Using metal detectors and magnetometers, the team was able to locate large bits of steel and iron protruding from the seafloor that turned out to be parts of the frame and windlass, the machine used to reel in the anchor.—
Kameryn Griesser,
CNN Money,
16 May 2025
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One of the biggest surprises of the 2025 Met Gala is Rihanna’s protruding belly.—
Karu F. Daniels,
New York Daily News,
6 May 2025
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The newcomer enrolled in tap classes, and trained fastidiously with associate choreographer Rachelle Rak, figuring out how an animated siren might walk and stand.—
Patrick Ryan,
USA Today,
23 May 2025
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Ditto for one standing alone versus growing in a group.—
LEW SICHELMAN,
Miami Herald,
22 May 2025
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Within seconds, Phaedra poked fun at newbies Brit Eady, Angela Oakley, and Kelli Ferrell.—
Robyn Merrett,
StyleCaster,
25 May 2025
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These two words have become an international meme, poking fun at Trump, especially since Putin ignored him.—
Trudy Rubin,
Twin Cities,
23 May 2025
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Most people can tolerate losing as many as two liters of that blood.—
Rich Cohen,
Rolling Stone,
20 May 2025
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Use the hottest water setting the fabric can tolerate.—
Jolie Kerr,
Better Homes & Gardens,
20 May 2025
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These propositions are key to standing out in the crowded sector.—
Emily Reynolds Bergh,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2025
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Far from just standing out because of her youth, Alisa proved to be a standout student.—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
23 May 2025
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Intelligent chatbots and virtual assistants can handle many customer queries, freeing up human agents for more complex interactions.—
Ivan Ostojić,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
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The Yanks lobbed them the title, and the Dodgers were barely able to handle the throw.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
New York Times,
30 May 2025
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After weeks of treatment his body is still skeletal, bones bulging through his skin.—
Emmanuel Akinwotu,
NPR,
16 May 2025
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Subsequent scans revealed that the kitten had fluid on her lungs and showed signs of a hiatal hernia, which is when part of the stomach bulges through the diaphragm.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Apr. 2025
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And any enduring culture has answers for parents — traditions around feeding, rest, socialization, purpose and the transition to adulthood.—
Mathilde Ross,
CNBC,
31 May 2025
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With only $276 million in debt and $2.2 billion in cash, this company is well-equipped to endure uncertainties.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
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“Stick out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stick%20out. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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