as in limelight
the center of public attention
reality show contestants who become addicted to the spotlight
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as in to focus
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Recent Examples of spotlight
Mike Lillis, The Hill, 14 Jan. 2025
The weekly column takes you behind the scenes and shines a spotlight on unique stories.
—Kevin Baxter, Los Angeles Times, 14 Jan. 2025
Luke Chinman, People.com, 13 Jan. 2025
The series will spotlight Cowboys owner Jerry Jones and prominent figures of the likes of Deion Sanders, Michael Irvin, Jimmy Johnson, Emmitt Smith, and Troy Aikman.
—Kanzah Maktoum, Forbes, 12 Jan. 2025
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Noun
The issue of pardons has been under a spotlight because President-elect Trump has long accused the members of the Jan. 6 select committee of skewing their investigation to damage a political rival.
—Mike Lillis, The Hill, 14 Jan. 2025
The weekly column takes you behind the scenes and shines a spotlight on unique stories.
—Kevin Baxter, Los Angeles Times, 14 Jan. 2025
Verb
The livestream display also spotlights educational facts about the endangered hippo species, such as their behavioral tendencies, diet, and the need for conservation.
—Luke Chinman, People.com, 13 Jan. 2025
The series will spotlight Cowboys owner Jerry Jones and prominent figures of the likes of Deion Sanders, Michael Irvin, Jimmy Johnson, Emmitt Smith, and Troy Aikman.
—Kanzah Maktoum, Forbes, 12 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for spotlight
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Despite his wealth and influence he was known for studiously avoiding personal publicity and the media limelight.—
Patrick Frater,
Variety,
28 Nov. 2024
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Maricopa County Sheriff Russ Skinner said Tuesday his office is prepared for potential security issues as officials continued to prepare for the national limelight ahead of the general election.—
Sasha Hupka,
The Arizona Republic,
31 Oct. 2024
Verb
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This keeps the plant tidy and attractive and focuses its energy on healthy new growth.—
Leanne Potts,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 Jan. 2025
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Directed by Ali Abbasi, the film is a biographical character study of a young Donald Trump, focusing on his formative years and the traits that would eventually define his presidency.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
12 Jan. 2025
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Barron's Political Involvement This is not the first time Barron has captured attention.—
Kristen Waggoner,
Newsweek,
22 Jan. 2025
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All in all, a perfect storm for a disaster The accident drew national attention.—
Mike Klingaman,
Baltimore Sun,
21 Jan. 2025
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Live updates: Winds prolong fire risk as investigators probe electric tower as possible origin of Eaton fire Two of the victims have been officially identified by the county agency.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Jan. 2025
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Of the 16 total deaths in both fires, the only victim identified by officials was Victor Shaw, 66, who died Wednesday protecting his home in Altadena.—
Susan Miller,
USA TODAY,
12 Jan. 2025
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“Spotlight.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spotlight. Accessed 26 Jan. 2025.
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