center stage
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Definition
- Noun:
- The central area on a theater stage: The physical middle section of a performance area in a theater.
- A position of prominence or importance: A metaphorical state of being the main focus of attention or the most important element in a situation.
Usage Examples
Noun (Theater Area):
- The actor moved to center stage to deliver the monologue.
- The spotlight illuminated the singer standing at center stage.
Noun (Position of Importance):
- The issue of climate change has taken center stage in the global debate.
- After her breakthrough performance, the young actress found herself at center stage in Hollywood.
Advanced Usage
"to be center stage": To be the primary focus of attention.
- The new product launch will be center stage at the tech conference.
"to hold center stage": To maintain a position of prominence.
- The veteran politician held center stage during the lengthy committee hearing.
"to command center stage": To powerfully attract and hold the main focus.
- Her powerful voice and presence commanded center stage throughout the entire opera.
Variants and Related Words
- Center-stage (adjective or adverb): Located at or pertaining to the center of the stage; being in a prominent position.
- The center-stage microphone picked up her voice clearly. (Adjective)
- She stood center-stage for her solo. (Adverb)
Synonyms
- Spotlight: A focus of public attention.
- Forefront: The leading or most important position.
- Limelight: The center of public attention.
Related Phrases
"to steal the show": To attract the most attention and praise, often away from others.
- Although it was a team effort, the young designer's work stole the show.
"in the spotlight": Receiving a lot of public attention.
- The company is in the spotlight following the release of its controversial report.
Related Idioms
"The stage is set": The conditions are right for something to happen.
- With all the preparations complete, the stage is set for a successful product launch.
"To make a scene": To draw public attention to oneself by causing a disturbance.
- He made a scene at the restaurant, demanding to see the manager.
Noun
- the central area on a theater stage
- a position of prominence or importance