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outsiders
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a person who is not a member of a particular group, society, etc.
- The small town was suspicious of outsiders, rarely trusting strangers.
- In the debate, he played the role of the outsider, challenging traditional views.
- The artist was an outsider to the mainstream art world but gained a cult following.
- Despite years working there, he was still treated as an outsider by the old guard.
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a person who does not conform to normative taboos or self-centered community norms
In this context, an outsider is someone who does not fit in with the main group or follow the usual rules, whether in society at large or even within a smaller community. It can be a label someone wears proudly to show independence, or it can describe feeling left out. The meaning depends on how the person sees themselves and how others treat them.
- That outsider never followed the typical rules of the clique.
- Everyone noticed she's an outsider because she questions community norms.
- An outsider often stands apart from self-centered social groups.
- That outsider challenges conventions in both queer and mainstream spaces.
- He joked about being an outsider and not fitting into any crowd.
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a participant, team, or horse that is considered unlikely to win or achieve success, often due to lower ranking, lesser experience, or underdog status
An outsider is a participant, team, or competitor who is not expected to win or perform well, usually because they are ranked lower, have less experience, or are considered an underdog. They are often seen as having little chance of success compared to more favored or higher-ranked competitors. Despite this, outsiders can sometimes surprise others by performing better than expected, and their efforts can be seen as an underdog story.
- The outsider surprised everyone by advancing to the semifinals of the tournament.
- She focused on improving her skills and mental toughness to overcome the outsider label.
- The outsider's performance caught the attention of fans and pundits alike.
- The outsider appreciated the support of their supporters who believed in their potential.
- The coach provided guidance on exploiting opportunities and staying focused as an outsider in the competition.