center stage

noun

: the central part of a theatrical stage

: a central or highly prominent position

an issue that has taken center stage in the campaign

center stage adjective or adverb

Examples of center stage in a Sentence

The actor stood alone at center stage. As we wrap up work on the old project, a new one moves to center stage. The issue is expected to take center stage in the elections.

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Big data, which became a big deal about a decade ago as analytics hit center stage as the path to business success, faded a bit as big data suddenly was everywhere, making the term irrelevant. —

Joe McKendrick, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024 The event will also crown the inaugural WWE Women's United States Champion, with the tournament final taking center stage. —

Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024 Perhaps a nod to his songwriter roots, ERNEST primarily stayed close to center stage, letting the music flow over the crowd. —

Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 27 Nov. 2024 The emotion holds center stage, backed by adamant violins and horns and sneaky melodies that vault up an octave to hit surprising notes. —

Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 6 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for center stage