outcrop

verb

Definition of outcropnext
as in to surface

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Recent Examples of outcrop The permit area contains two outcropping porphyry targets (Ricardo Herrera and Sortilegio) and one zone with signatures of both porphyry-epithermal and skarn mineralization (Vista Alegre). — Sacramento Bee, 2 July 2024 The environmental data is being collected at San Martin West over an outcropping copper-silver mineralization trend that has been mapped for over 2.3 km of strike including 5.8m at 3.1% copper and 65 g/t silver from surface (previously reported). — Kansas City Star, 4 June 2024 More than 200 Rangers fought vertically – up the sheer cliff face of Pointe du Hoc, a craggy outcropping overlooking the two American landing beaches – in an effort to capture what was thought to be a key location of German artillery. — James Sandy, The Conversation, 21 May 2024 Five friends traveled from Florida to be on a rock outcropping to witness the celestial event. — Doyle Rice, USA TODAY, 9 Apr. 2024 See All Example Sentences for outcrop
Recent Examples of Synonyms for outcrop
  1. surface
  2. break out
  3. rise
  4. issue
  5. emerge
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  • The prosecution said the collusion was not a standalone incident but a long-standing, systemic practice that surfaced during a time of global crisis.
    — Jenny Lee, CNBC, 6 July 2026
  • In practice, that means AI is running the numbers, populating forms, surfacing options, and even suggesting installation dates.
    — Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 5 July 2026
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  • All of which sent the sellout crowd into jubilant celebrations, some jumping, others breaking out World Cup chants.
    — Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2026
  • Hotel employee April Graser, who was working the overnight shift when the fire broke out, told local ABC affiliate WEWS-TV the night had been routine until the hotel's fire alarms suddenly sounded.
    — Paloma Chavez, PEOPLE, 3 July 2026
Definition of break out
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  • Roki Sasaki’s abysmal appearance faded away in the Dodgers’ 12-7 win over the San Diego Padres on Thursday night, but only after the National League West leaders rose from a catatonic first inning.
    — Liana Handler Follow, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2026
  • The rising death toll comes as criticism of the government’s response continues to intensify.
    — Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 3 July 2026
Definition of rise
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  • Video showed Quansah’s studs colliding with Gallardo’s calf and the referee issued Quansah a red card that delighted the crowd as England’s lineup was reduced to 10 men.
    — Eduard Cauich, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026
  • Balogun was issued a red card in a 2-0 win over Bosnia and Herzegovina, earning him an automatic suspension.
    — Jane Onyanga-Omara, USA Today, 6 July 2026
Definition of issue
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  • As Gen Z, the cohort born between 1997 and 2012, emerges as a major spender on group travel and experiences, more young people are fronting costs for friends.
    — Rachel Hale, USA Today, 7 July 2026
  • The diverging fortunes of the poorest and wealthiest Americans has emerged as a key theme in the US economy, and experts say AI is playing a significant role.
    — Bryan Mena, CNN Money, 7 July 2026
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“Outcrop.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/outcrop. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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