spotlight
noun/ˈspɑtˌlaɪt/
Frequency rank: #4,811 most common English word
Meaning
a focused beam of light directed at a person or thing on a stage; also means public attention.
Example sentence
The young actress stepped into the spotlight and delivered a stunning performance.
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