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stand out
(against someone or something) to be prominent or conspicuous against a background of someone or something. Your red coat really stands out against all those dull brown ones. With that deep tan, you really stand out against the others.
stand out
(from someone or something) to be prominent when compared to someone or something. As a programmer, she stands out from all the others. This entry stands out from all the rest in this show.
stand out (from something)
to protrude from something. One very straight branch in particular stood out from the tree and looked suitable for a post. The branch stood out and made a perfect place to hang my shirt while I worked.
stand out
to be easily seen or noticed His bright red hair helps him stand out at comedy clubs. It simply stands out as an excellent school among many very good schools.
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1. Protrude, project, as in Those reliefs stand out from the building walls. [First half of 1500s]
2. Be conspicuous, distinctive, or prominent, as in He's so tall that he always stands out in a crowd. [Mid-1800s]
3. Refuse to comply, remain opposed, as in The one juror is standing out against a guilty verdict. [Late 1500s]
stand out
v.1. To be obvious, conspicuous, or prominent: The moon stands out among the stars. The champion athletes stand out among their peers.
2. To protrude; project: The gargoyle stands out from the side of the building.
3. To maintain a course away from shore. Used of a ship or other vessel: The ship stood out to sea.
4. stand out against To refuse compliance with or maintain opposition to someone or something: They are standing out against the verdict.