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Uncommonstand out
The correct spelling is stand out.
How to pronounce stand out
verb
Say it like: Sta-nd -owt
The correct spelling is stand out. To persist in opposition or resistance (against something); to refuse to comply (with someone). For example: "Tourist guides often carry umbrellas so that they stand out in a crowd."
Usage Examples
“Tourist guides often carry umbrellas so that they stand out in a crowd.”
“She stood out from the other candidates and was offered the job.”
Definition
verb
- 1.To persist in opposition or resistance (against something); to refuse to comply (with someone).
- 2.To be obvious or conspicuous, in contrast to the surroundings.
- 3.To be extraordinary and different or to have features and qualities which make someone or something special.
- 4.To sail in a direction away from shore.
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