📖 Standing Out Like a Sore Thumb: The Striking Similes Collection 🩹
Introduction
To be very conspicuous. This simile is extremely apt, as anyone who has ever injured a thumb will testify. One tends to hold the injured finger stiffly, and, since it opposes the rest anyhow, it tends to stand out, thereby risking more bumps and bruises.
Related and Similar Terms
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A fish out of water: To feel awkward or out of place. Whereas thumbs are banged around, fish are floundering about ideally in less aquatic environments.
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Sticking out like a sore finger: Same as a sore thumb, indicating something that’s very obvious or pronounced. It seems fingers just can’t catch a break.
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Like a bolt from the blue: A sudden and conspicuous occurrence—just like our sore thumb here, though maybe a bit more surprising than painful.
Synonyms
- Prominent
- Noticeable
- Distinct
- Unmissable
Antonyms
- Obscure
- Hidden
- Invisible
- Incognito
Humor-Filled Quote
“I always knew trying to blend in at Christmas parties would end with my bow tie sticking out like a sore thumb amongst Santa hats and ugly sweaters.”
Proverbs
- “The noisiest wheel gets the most oil,” plays on the concept that what stands out most often get attention, just as a sore thumb causes one to focus on it a lot.
Literature, Books, Songs, Poetry, and Movies
- Book: “The Catcher in the Rye” by J.D. Salinger – Holden Caulfield often feels like he sticks out like a sore thumb.
- Movie: “Edward Scissorhands” (1990) – Directed by Tim Burton, Edward quite literally sticks out, if not sore thumb, then dangerously sharp appendages.
- Song: “Back in Black” by AC/DC – The song itself stands out among rock anthems, with its iconic everything.
Inspirational Thought-Provoking Farewell
So, remember dear reader, embracing the sore thumbs of life may cause discomfort, but they also remind us of our uniqueness. Just as a sore thumb captures attention, let your peculiarities stand out and be proudly displayed in the grand theater of existence.
By M. E. Slobot
Published on 2023-10-01
