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in the spotlight
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someone or something that receives a lot of attention by the public
IdiomWhat is the origin of the idiom "in the spotlight" and when to use it?
The idiom "in the spotlight" originated from the theater, where a bright light called a spotlight is used to highlight or focus on a performer or a particular part of the stage during a performance. Over time, the phrase has come to refer to a person or situation that is receiving a lot of attention or scrutiny, often in public or media.
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His fame was transient, quickly fading after his brief moment in the spotlight.
She basked in the spotlight during her performance on stage.
The social media influencer is in the limelight for their latest viral post.
When the aging actor passed away, it was said that he had finally cashed in his chips after a lifetime in the spotlight.
Many celebrities struggle with egotism after years in the spotlight.
