as in spotlights
the center of public attention
an actress who discovered that the limelight was not such a glowing experience when her privacy was invaded
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Noun
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Models wearing diamond and pearl pieces from the new collection were stationed throughout the room, illuminated by overhead spotlights.—
Kristen Tauer,
Footwear News,
11 Feb. 2026 -
Permanent and temporary exhibitions delve into the art of moviemaking, director spotlights, avant-garde filmmakers, and other aspects of the filmmaking world.—
Kathryn Romeyn,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Feb. 2026
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Edward’s younger brother Robert (Lukas Gage) spends his days doing little but pining most inappropriately for the attentions of eldest sibling Jack (Jamie Bell), while the stunted, oversexed energy of lone sister Anna (Riley Keough) spits in all directions.—
Guy Lodge,
Variety,
14 Feb. 2026
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As Noth's social media interaction gained traction, the actor downplayed his comment and told fans to cast their attentions elsewhere.—
Brendan Morrow,
USA Today,
14 Jan. 2026
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“Limelights.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/limelights. Accessed 19 Feb. 2026.
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