outsider

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Platner, an oyster farmer and Marine Corps veteran, emerged as a political outsider and quickly gained popularity.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

"I feel like I'm in the bubble. I don't know what's going on. I'm just very happy to be here," said Chwalinska, who was a 500-1 outsider at the start of the tournament.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

Is it enough to merit the risk of an untested outsider with more than a few red flags, a talent for attracting bad press, and enough jagged edges to crack a lobster shell?

From Slate • Jun. 5, 2026

Albert Manifold was an industry outsider tapped to oversee a turnaround at BP BP -2.72%decrease; red down pointing triangle after years of upheaval.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

And now I’ve stumbled on a fellow outsider, one who speaks my language without saying a word.

From "Orphan Train" by Christina Baker Kline