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stood out

verb as in be conspicuous, prominent

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And in talking with elders associated with the Taliban everywhere possible, one place stood out: Kunar.

Either way, he stood out in a country whose media industry is often criticized for its milquetoast manner.

In a show with no shortage of great performances, Kitsch stood out.

In the distance the fractured skyline of the city stood out like shards of glass.

With its distinctive design and huge market share, the Prius easily stood out.

Her little neck and arms were bare, and her hair, artificially crimped, stood out like fluffy black plumes over her head.

Not far from it was placed a tea-table, close to a big sofa which stood out at right angles from the wall.

His face was of an ashy whiteness; the veins of his brow stood out; his dry lips were drawn.

"It was one of the things I stood out against—fruitlessly," was the quiet answer.

It was curious to observe some faces which stood out prominently from among the group.

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On this page you'll find 40 synonyms, antonyms, and words related to stand out, such as: emerge, loom, stick out, attract attention, be distinct, and beetle.

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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