show off - to do something to attract attention to yourself.



show someone or something off - to display someone or something so that the best features are apparent.

Examples:
Bill drove around all afternoon showing his new car off.
Mrs. Williams was showing off her baby to the neighbours.
Please, stop showing off! You embarrass me.
John is always showing off to his girlfriend.
He shows off all the time, and you wonder if he's ever just a regular, real person.

break out - to escape from a place or a situation.



Usage notes: often used with of.

Examples:
Two inmates broke out of prison and are still at large.
I was 16 years old when I finally broke out of my rigid upbringing.
She just couldn't break out of her old patterns of behaviour.

stand out - to be easily seen or noticed.



Examples:
His bright red hair helps him stand out at comedy clubs.
It simply stands out as an excellent school among a lot of very good schools.
He's so tall that he always stands out in a crowd.