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
Michael Salerno, AZCentral.com, 10 July 2025
The character spotlighted Goldsberry's vocal prowess.
—Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 9 July 2025
Luke Smith, New York Times, 11 July 2025
The developments again thrust a spotlight on a region that emerged weeks ago as an epicenter of large-scale immigration operations by the Trump administration – and of tense protests against the actions that often yielded arrests of their own.
—Michelle Krupa, CNN Money, 11 July 2025
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Noun
Other hotels spotlighted among 2025's best Arizona resorts include two of Arizona's first Michelin Guide honorees, a Sedona spa resort and a midcentury landmark in Old Town Scottsdale.
—Michael Salerno, AZCentral.com, 10 July 2025
The character spotlighted Goldsberry's vocal prowess.
—Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 9 July 2025
Verb
The public spotlight that Horner existed within also meant that in February 2024, when allegations of controlling and inappropriate behavior were made against him by a female employee, the news hit both front and back pages.
—Luke Smith, New York Times, 11 July 2025
The developments again thrust a spotlight on a region that emerged weeks ago as an epicenter of large-scale immigration operations by the Trump administration – and of tense protests against the actions that often yielded arrests of their own.
—Michelle Krupa, CNN Money, 11 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for spotlight
Noun
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The absence of two global heavy hitters leaves ample limelight for Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who will visit Brazil both for the summit and a state visit.—
Simone McCarthy,
CNN Money,
5 July 2025
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The topic pushed several officials into the national limelight, and the board consistently took a unified and outspoken stance on the issue.—
Sasha Hupka,
AZCentral.com,
27 Feb. 2025
Verb
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In the past six months, the department focused on incorporating the community's feedback from October while staying within the budget.—
Pili Saravia,
Austin American Statesman,
24 July 2025
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The new roadmap focuses on deregulation and industry growth to better compete against China.—
Rachyl Jones,
semafor.com,
23 July 2025
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The one that caught my attention is a modern cabin-style tiny house that has a front porch, two bedrooms, and the option to add solar panels.—
Rylee Johnston,
People.com,
20 July 2025
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Other styles that have caught my attention include this twirly Parthea Midi Dress, $57 on Amazon, and this ruched American Eagle Bella midi dress, on sale for $49.—
Kristin Braswell,
Travel + Leisure,
20 July 2025
Verb
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Milwaukee police officers obtained video footage from local businesses, enabling them to identify the vehicle as a 2025 Ford Explorer.—
Jessica Van Egeren,
jsonline.com,
24 July 2025
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The law requires that food labels identify the food source of all major food allergens used to make the food.—
Matthew Robinson,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 July 2025
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“Spotlight.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spotlight. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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