standing out
Example Sentences
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Back then, the teenager was still playing at centre-back and had yet to make a senior appearance for club or country, but he was standing out to his coaches.
From BBC ● Aug. 11, 2026
Bankers must look the part without standing out, adhering to codes for everything from their suits and watches to their shoes.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 5, 2026
There’s also the matter of standing out to employers as the way of work changes.
From MarketWatch ● Apr. 11, 2026
During one orbit, Anders captured Earth's brilliant blue hue standing out against the vast darkness of space and accentuated by the desolate, grey lunar horizon in the foreground.
From Barron's ● Apr. 7, 2026
My parents were standing out in front of the church, talking to people.
From "My Brother Sam is Dead" by James Lincoln Collier and Christopher Collier
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