as in limelight
the center of public attention
reality show contestants who become addicted to the spotlight
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Recent Examples of spotlight
Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 12 May 2026
Meaning that even with the curious and disorienting turn of the signage, Arrowhead still figures to be resplendent in the worldwide spotlight.
—Kansas City Star, 12 May 2026
Kelly Dawson, Architectural Digest, 30 Apr. 2026
Charles traveled to the park to learn more about America's public lands, and Camilla visited a Virginia farm to spotlight the horse‑racing industry in the United States.
—Karissa Waddick, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2026
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Noun
The town of around 4,500 residents is no stranger to the national spotlight.
—Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 12 May 2026
Meaning that even with the curious and disorienting turn of the signage, Arrowhead still figures to be resplendent in the worldwide spotlight.
—Kansas City Star, 12 May 2026
Verb
Schlosstein asked for a neutral palette with playful accents that would spotlight her artwork.
—Kelly Dawson, Architectural Digest, 30 Apr. 2026
Charles traveled to the park to learn more about America's public lands, and Camilla visited a Virginia farm to spotlight the horse‑racing industry in the United States.
—Karissa Waddick, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for spotlight
Noun
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Yet, rather than stick her face in socials or seek limelight following such hit-making, Perry dedicated a decade to her home-studio’s red light and also recovering from a 2022 double mastectomy for cancer discovered while prepping for elective reduction surgery.—
A.D. Amorosi,
SPIN,
4 May 2026
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But instead of walking out into an adoring limelight, only a handful of zoo workers and passersby witnessed the pivotal moment.—
Audrey Pachuta,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Policymakers certainly ought to focus on this.—
Editorial,
Boston Herald,
10 May 2026
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Over the past two decades, schools have started requiring even the youngest children to focus on more challenging academic tasks.—
Stacker,
Hartford Courant,
9 May 2026
Noun
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The Park Hyatt Beijing welcomes many business travelers, and the easy-access power and latest USB outlets show the renovation’s attention to detail.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 May 2026
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Tonight the Aries Moon shifts attention toward home, roots, and what supports you privately.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
12 May 2026
Verb
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Under certain circumstances, which were not identified, the system will initiate a reset in an attempt to improve performance.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
9 May 2026
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The Board of Education said in a letter to families that members will identify an interim superintendent who can lead the district after Dorland leaves.—
Jessica Seaman,
Denver Post,
9 May 2026
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“Spotlight.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spotlight. Accessed 13 May. 2026.
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