as in spotlights
the center of public attention
a public health problem that has moved to center stage in recent years
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Noun
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Situated at the summit of Mount Davidson, the historic 103-foot-tall cross will be illuminated by spotlights beginning Saturday evening.—
Anne Schrager,
San Francisco Chronicle,
27 Mar. 2026 -
Hardened violators often pitch out their firearms, spotlights, and other equipment used in breaking the law, know-ing that wardens must present such evidence in court to get a conviction.—
Dave Duffey,
Outdoor Life,
26 Mar. 2026
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But future business concerns were parked on Wednesday night as attentions turned to near-endless trays of champagne, cocktails and canapés.—
Alex Ritman,
Variety,
26 Mar. 2026
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Dedicates to vocal work, focuses attentions on her acting lessons, gives clear attention to her dancing.—
Heide Janssen,
Oc Register,
15 Mar. 2026
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“Center stages.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/center%20stages. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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