stick out like a sore thumb

短语

引人注目,惹人注意

发音

AU

词形变化

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别名

stand out like a sore thumb

释义与例句

v.
  1. 1.

    To be very noticeably (and undesirably or humorously) different; to be prominently out of place; to be particularly obtrusive or conspicuous (usually unintentionally); to attract unwanted attention or notice.

    Don't wear a business suit to that party; you'll stick out like a sore thumb.