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outstanding

[out-stan-ding]

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adjective

prominent; conspicuous; striking: an outstanding example of courage.

marked by superiority or distinction; excellent; distinguished: an outstanding student.

continuing in existence; remaining unsettled, unpaid, etc.: outstanding debts.

(of securities and the like) publicly issued and sold or in circulation.

standing out; projecting: a stiff, outstanding fabric.

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Archaic. that resists or opposes.

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Origin:
1605–15; outstand + -ing²

Related forms

out·stand·ing·ly, adverb

out·stand·ing·ness, noun

Synonyms
1. eminent. 3. owing, due.

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Evidence of outstanding teaching and a proven commitment to research and scholarship required.

In her own school, she can point to a record of outstanding success.

But the emerald hillsides appear lovely even without the walk and outstanding picnic spots abound.

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Evidence of outstanding teaching and a proven commitment to research and scholarship required.

In her own school, she can point to a record of outstanding success.

But the emerald hillsides appear lovely even without the walk and outstanding picnic spots abound.

As a by-product, some outstanding lunar science was done, leading ultimately to an understanding of the moon's origin.

Of the many offered by specialists, the ones listed here are outstanding.

Under a reverse stock split, a company reduces the number of outstanding shares in an attempt to boost its market value.

Evidence of outstanding research potential and teaching excellence required.

Raynes's resolution is more radical: unwinding all outstanding credit-default swaps through a process he calls inversion.

The diverse coastal landscape is relatively unmodified and of outstanding aesthetic value.

Outstanding work and clever graphic on a topic vital to humanity.

Just as artists learn by studying museum pieces, gardeners do well to study outstanding gardens.

But one outstanding application doesn't compensate for the system crashes and slow performance exhibited on our test machines.

Outstanding recreational, cultural and sporting facilities further enhance this exceptional learning and research environment.

The savings will be used to pay off outstanding pensions and wages.

Vermont's outstanding array of fall foliage is highlighted by the colorful sugar maple.

It is outstanding how many comments there are on the absurdity of this study.

Fine lawn tree, good background plant, outstanding clipped hedge.

Now that the comics industry has overtaken film, its outstanding writers are starting to step up to the biopic bar.

We invite outstanding teacher-scholars to apply for these positions.

These repurchased shares are then reissued to employees, leaving the number of outstanding shares unchanged.

Nearby hotels tout rooms for their outstanding bat views.

His generally outstanding health, aided by vaccinations and booster shots, may have given him a strong immune system.

Its colors and handsome erect shape make it an outstanding container plant for autumn.

Once the sniper wins one auction, that bidder's outstanding bids at other auctions are automatically canceled.

Williams has built its reputation on outstanding teaching and scholarship and on the academic excellence of its students.

Part of the problem is that there is still no reliable search engine for discovering outstanding apps.

Outstanding young explorer grantees will present their projects and their future plans in the field.

Thanks to these great researchers for such an outstanding article.

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The sharks incorporate luminescence, radio controlled components, paper mache and visual trickery to outstanding effect.

Their letters of recommendation proclaim that each is outstanding.

The resolution, clarity, and color are outstanding for such a small camera.

The science medal recognizes individuals who have made outstanding contributions in the fields of science or engineering.

Milk dispensing and cleaning systems are also outstanding.

Two awards were given for outstanding investigative journalism segments:.

Enforcing all the outstanding deportation orders might generate as much bad publicity as ignoring them.

Learning to see that change is the secret to making outstanding photographs.

See many outstanding exhibits both indoors and out.

Unsecured creditors are likely to receive only a fraction of the value of their outstanding loans.

Primary criteria will be excellent recommendations, superior teaching capabilities, and outstanding research potential.

It is difficult to determine exactly how much outstanding commercial-property debt was used to finance hotels.

One can get hung up on these squabbles and lose sight of what an outstanding find early hominid fossils really are.

We have an outstanding library with public computers available.

The dome and the buttresses remain the building's outstanding characteristics to this day.

Wearing a ski school jacket implies that a person is an outstanding skier.

The ideal candidate will show evidence of outstanding teaching and research potential.

The tunnel's opponents are alarmed about its impact on an area of outstanding natural beauty.

Where outstanding students get teased or picked on or even beaten.

What an outstanding article on giving at this time of year.

Provides an outstanding display of blooms in summer and fall.

Only five of those arrested had outstanding warrants.

Members can only apply for future loans once the group catches up on some of its outstanding debts.

Fifth is authority-Torre's quiet dignity and outstanding record as a player himself gave him great authority with players.

Author of several outstanding historical studies and well-respected lecturer.

But she did serve me an outstanding meal of smoked-trout salad, lamb stew, and yummy homemade mocha ice cream.

What's fair to say is that this is an outstanding music device and an even better portable video player.

Outstanding graduate programs are the hallmark of a great university.

The fourth column adds another source of risk-the average time to maturity of outstanding government debt.

Tour this site to learn more about the cave's outstanding paintings.

There aren't any wild claims for performance there, but there are many outstanding reviews.

Each of you are essential in the creation of such an outstanding product.

Outstanding questions about such a generator include location and possible bureaucratic headaches over permits for air space.

We also invite nominations for interdisciplinary cluster hires led by outstanding senior faculty.

Law or medical degrees are necessary but not sufficient for the making of outstanding lawyers or doctors.

It was an outstanding meal, accompanied by a sunset that.

These and other amazing computer-generated graphics reveal the amazing science with outstanding detail.

There has been outstanding research in carbon that does not involve burning.

Allow us to introduce the outstanding individuals who made our year in adventure.

The residents have an outstanding respect for and care of visitors.

It is outstanding to see the author of an article have so much interaction with the readers.

They learned their lesson after a few humiliating defeats by some of their outstanding luminaries--the truther.

They are all outstanding scientists with a great scientific achievement.

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Dictionary.com Unabridged

verb (used without object)

to be prominent.

verb (used with object)

to stay or remain beyond: to outstand the hour.

Origin:
1565–75; out- + stand

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World English Dictionary

outstanding (ˌaʊtˈstændɪŋ)

—*adj*
1.	superior; excellent; distinguished
2.	prominent, remarkable, or striking
3.	still in existence; unsettled, unpaid, or unresolved
4.	(of shares, bonds, etc) issued and sold
5.	projecting or jutting upwards or outwards

out'standingly

—*adv*

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Word Origin & History

outstanding

1571, "projecting, prominent, detached" (implied in outstand (v.)), from out + stand (v.). Figurative sense of "conspicuous, striking" is first recorded 1830. Meaning "unpaid, unsettled" is from 1797.

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