Widely known or easily noticeable; standing out due to significance or distinction.
The dog sat with his head tilted, showing a prominent bump on his forehead where he had run into the door. It stood out clearly, higher than the rest of his fur, making everyone worry for a moment until he wagged his tail and licked their hands.
The old lighthouse stood on the cliff edge. Its top, a bright lamp, was prominent against the dark sky. Ships far out at sea could see its strong light, guiding them safely.
The rock climber traced her fingers along the cliff face, searching for a prominent ledge to grip. Her palm pressed against the rough surface, feeling the jutting stone that offered just enough purchase to pull herself up another few inches toward the summit.
When Sam smiled, his two prominent front teeth stuck out like little white gates, ready to let out a herd of giggles. At school, even his sandwich looked jealous of how much his teeth stood out, making his whole face look like it was surprised, even when he wasn’t!
The ancient, lumpy potato had a single, very prominent eye that stuck out like a greedy little thumb. It seemed to judge all the other potatoes, especially the smooth, unblemished ones.
The prominent peak of the mountain could be seen from miles away, towering over the surrounding landscape. Its snow-capped summit glistened in the sunlight, making it impossible to miss against the clear blue sky.
The old house had a prominent brick chimney that stood out from the roof like a watchful sentinel. Its weathered red bricks had a rugged texture, as if they had witnessed countless storms and seasons. The chimney's projection beyond the roofline created a striking silhouette against the fading sunlight, giving the house a distinctive character.
The room was filled with a thick, suffocating darkness, broken only by the flickering light of a single candle. In the dim glow, a figure stood in the corner, their eyes gleaming with a malevolent light. Their face was twisted into a grotesque grin, revealing a row of sharp, prominent teeth that seemed to glint in the candlelight. The figure's hands were curled into claws, the nails long and jagged, prominent against the pale skin. As they took a step forward, the shadows seemed to writhe and twist around them, making them appear even more menacing in the eerie light.
The monster's clawed hand burst through the rotting wood, its jagged nails prominent against the pale flesh. Its misshapen head emerged next, its empty sockets staring malevolently. A guttural growl erupted from its gaping maw as it lunged towards its prey, its sharp teeth gnashing in anticipation.
In the enchanted forest, tall trees with prominent roots twisted and turned, creating a labyrinth of shadows. The elves whispered about a hidden cave with a prominent entrance, said to hold the key to unlocking ancient magic. As the sun set, the sky turned a prominent shade of purple, casting an eerie glow over the mystical land. Creatures of all shapes and sizes scurried about, their eyes wide with wonder at the prominent beauty surrounding them. And in the distance, a prominent figure emerged from the mist, a powerful wizard known for his prominent skill in casting spells.
When Emily smiled, her prominent front teeth caught the light, sticking out past her other teeth in a way that always made her feel self-conscious. Even in group photos, she worried they would be the first thing people noticed because they stood out so clearly from the rest.
The jagged rock face jutted sharply from the cliff, a prominent scar against the otherwise smooth stone. The climber gritted her teeth, her fingers finding purchase on the rough, projecting surface. It was the only way up.
She traced the scar on his cheek, her fingertips following its prominent ridge. The raised line of healed skin told a story of survival, standing out against his weathered face like a testament to past struggles.
At the zoo, Gerald tried to blend in with the flamingos, but his prominent nose, jutting beyond the feathery crowd like a proud pelican’s beak, gave him away instantly. Several tourists mistook it for a new exhibit and tossed him shrimp, much to his embarrassment and the flamingos’ delight.
Barnaby's nose was a prominent feature, jutting out like a ski slope after a particularly vigorous sneeze. It seemed to defy gravity, a proud, protuberant beacon announcing his arrival long before his booming laugh.
The tree’s roots were prominent, pushing above the soil where children often tripped if they ran too quickly. Their odd, rugged shapes stood out against the otherwise flat ground, compelling cautious steps. Even after years, no grass managed to conceal what continued to project so clearly beyond the surface.
The jagged scar, a prominent reminder of his youthful indiscretion, jutted from his brow. He often unconsciously touched it, a tactile echo of the moment it had been etched into his countenance, a permanent projection against the placid canvas of his skin.
His cheekbones were prominent, casting sharp shadows across his gaunt face. The harsh light from the window accentuated every angle, making his skeletal structure seem almost fragile yet strikingly defined against the pale background.
Gertrude’s nose was so prominent that pigeons occasionally mistook it for a landing strip, swooping in with an optimism truly unrivaled in avian society. It projected beyond her face like a proud peninsula, casting shadows on her tea and inadvertently starring in every family portrait.
The esteemed mycologist, a veritable paragon of fungal erudition, adjusted his bifocals, his proboscis magnificently prominent, jutting out like a particularly tenacious truffle seeking subterranean remuneration.
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