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limelight

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of limelight

the center of public attention

  • an actress who discovered that the limelight was not such a glowing experience when her privacy was invaded
Synonyms of limelight

catbird seat, center stage, spotlight, top billing
Words Related to limelight

front burner

attention, heed, notice
Near Antonyms of limelight

back burner

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