stick out

Example Sentences

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"It will stick out like a big sore thumb," he said.

From Barron's • Apr. 22, 2026

At some point before the 2 June primary, "I assume somebody will stick out," Casey said.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

Unlike traditional handles that stick out on the door surface and can always be grasped by hand, the retractable handle sinks into the door and isn’t graspable in its default position.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 3, 2026

Nothing super lucky, but stuff that makes me stick out as a Yankee fan.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 26, 2024

He made her stick out her tongue and he felt her wrist.

From "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" by Betty Smith