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stand 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. 1.To persist in opposition or resistance (against something); to refuse to comply (with someone).
  2. 2.To be obvious or conspicuous, in contrast to the surroundings.
  3. 3.To be extraordinary and different or to have features and qualities which make someone or something special.
  4. 4.To sail in a direction away from shore.

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