protrude vs thrust out

protrude

verb
  • To extend from, above or beyond a surface or boundary; to bulge outward; to stick out. 

  • To thrust out, as through a narrow orifice or from confinement; to cause to come forth. 

  • To cause to extend from a surface or boundary; to cause to stick out. 

thrust out

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