outstanding

"The firefighters outstanding the intense heat for hours, keeping the fire from spreading. "

"The athlete outstanding her competitors in the race, finishing far ahead of them. "

"The new student's enthusiasm outstanding from the rest of the class. "

"The fishing boat outstanding from the harbor, disappearing into the vast ocean. "

"outstanding contracts"

"The student's project was outstanding; it was clearly the best in the class. "

"My sister's painting was outstanding; it was much better than all the other entries in the art competition. "

"The branches of the oak tree were outstanding, reaching high above the surrounding foliage. "

"My tax return is outstanding; I haven't filed it yet. "

"The outstanding balance on my library books is $15. "