Meaning of the word "stick out like a sore thumb" in English
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stick out like a sore thumb
US /stɪk aʊt laɪk ə sɔr θʌm/
UK /stɪk aʊt laɪk ə sɔr θʌm/
Idiom
1.
to be very noticeable in a way that is different or unusual from the surroundings
Example:
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Her bright red dress made her stick out like a sore thumb at the conservative event.
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The modern building will stick out like a sore thumb in the historic district.
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