Phrasal verb
stand out
To stand out means to be clearly noticeable or different from others.
Meanings
to be easily seen or noticed because of contrast
to be clearly better or more impressive than others in a group
Definition
If something stands out, you notice it easily because it looks, sounds, or behaves differently from what surrounds it. People, objects, or details can stand out in a crowd, on a page, or in a performance. The phrase often suggests strong contrast or special quality.
Examples
- Your blue suitcase will stand out on the luggage carousel.
- She stood out in the interview because she answered every question clearly.
- I want my presentation to stand out, so I used simple visuals and strong examples.
- They stood out from the rest of the team with their calm communication under pressure.
Common mistake
Learners often say "stand out of" instead of the correct form "stand out from" (or simply "stand out").
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- go on To go on means to continue or keep happening.
- carry out To carry out something means to do it or complete it, especially a plan, task, or instruction.
- set up To set up means to arrange or prepare something so it is ready to use or happen.
- pick up “Pick up” most commonly means to collect someone or something from a place, usually by going there.
- go back To go back means to return to a place, time, or earlier situation.