outsider

Example Sentences

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Although he has a degree in political science, Pratt is a political outsider who has never held public office.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

Although Raman presents herself as an outsider, she is a former Bass ally who has chaired the council’s Housing and Homelessness Committee for more than three years.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026

The 63-year-old Irish executive came into BP telling contacts that he had the executive-level experience and unflinching personality the company needed from an outsider to shake things up, according to people who interacted with him.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

His departure is the latest leadership shakeup after company outsider Meg O'Neill became chief executive in April, with a mission of implementing a recovery plan for the group.

From Barron's • May 26, 2026

Even if it somehow fell into the wrong hands, there was no way for an outsider to open it without destroying its contents.

From "City Spies" by James Ponti