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
Others, like a relatively flat face, set beneath the cranium instead of sticking out in front of it, look more like us.
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ArsTechnica, 18 June 2025
In a picturesque suburban neighborhood, the ashen structure sticks out like a sore thumb.
—Sam Blum, New York Times, 18 June 2025
While many different teams have been mentioned as possible landing spots, there are some who are starting to stick out among the rest as the most likely destinations.
—Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 June 2025
Those who stuck out the hard times have finally gotten the city back on its feet.
—Chadd Scott, Forbes.com, 8 June 2025
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ArsTechnica, 18 June 2025
In a picturesque suburban neighborhood, the ashen structure sticks out like a sore thumb.
—Sam Blum, New York Times, 18 June 2025
While many different teams have been mentioned as possible landing spots, there are some who are starting to stick out among the rest as the most likely destinations.
—Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 June 2025
Those who stuck out the hard times have finally gotten the city back on its feet.
—Chadd Scott, Forbes.com, 8 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for stick out
Recent Examples of Synonyms for stick out
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The first-gen roam the mainland naked because of the idea that their clothes disintegrated long ago, and their appearances are characterized by veins that protrude from their body in revolting knots.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
20 June 2025
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After making sure the point is protruding slightly from one side of the bait, take the extra few seconds to remove scales all around the point.—
Joe Cermele,
Outdoor Life,
19 June 2025
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The 38% response has been trending downward unevenly, and in 2024, using a different methodology, 20% said the US stands above, while 55% said there were other countries that were also great.—
Karlyn Bowman,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2025
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But at least one part of the budget bill stands to help the less fortunate, while still bringing smiles to the faces of the investor class.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
27 June 2025
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Johnson immediately returned to social media Wednesday night to post a series of rambling videos discussing his arrest and seemingly poking at Rogan without addressing him directly.—
Julia Bonavita,
FOXNews.com,
27 June 2025
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Progress with Canada has been a roller coaster, with the U.S. president poking at the nation’s northern neighbor and repeatedly suggesting it would be absorbed as a U.S. state.—
Michelle L. Price,
Los Angeles Times,
27 June 2025
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The monthly injection was poorly tolerated, but the ongoing phase 3 study is designed to improve side effects.—
Jim Cramer,
CNBC,
24 June 2025
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The boy's digestive system cannot tolerate lipids, which are fatty compounds or oils that are found in foods.—
Peter Burke,
FOXNews.com,
24 June 2025
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Educators Will Be The New Category Leaders At the agency level, our job isn’t just to help brands stand out.—
Leonard Cercone,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2025
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That was a celebration of the last in-person draft (or so everyone thought) for a while, and the venue on the Las Vegas Strip stood out as the star.—
Stephen Whyno,
Chicago Tribune,
27 June 2025
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Hormuz handles less than 4% of global container trade, but the ports of Jebel Ali and Khor Fakkan in the UAE are critical intermediary points for global shipping networks in the region.—
Lori Ann LaRocco,
CNBC,
23 June 2025
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The day-to-day operations of Crystal Palace are handled by chairman Steve Parish, as well as Josh Harris and David Blitzer, who own the Devils and Philadelphia 76ers.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
23 June 2025
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In every photo, Tater's eyes bulged with what can only be described as pure joy.—
Lydia Patrick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 June 2025
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Originally misdiagnosed with a bulging disk, a surgeon discovered a spinal fracture during McQueen’s time off this season, and got him on a proper healing regimen.—
Carol Schram,
Forbes.com,
8 June 2025
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Latinas of all backgrounds have endured being typecast as a slutty Maria or subservient Lupe.—
Gustavo Arellano,
Los Angeles Times,
24 June 2025
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PepsiCo’s portfolio evolved, profits endured and global impact deepened.—
Dr. Adil Dalal,
Forbes.com,
24 June 2025
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“Stick out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stick%20out. Accessed 4 Jul. 2025.
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