center stage
Americannoun
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the central section of a stage.
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a prominent, important, or central position.
adverb
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Adding to the futuristic feel, a robot bartender takes center stage pouring drinks.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026
Upstairs, a stunning primary suite takes center stage, offering enough room for a private indoor seating area, while an enormous private balcony overlooking the lush backyard serves as the ideal space for a morning coffee.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 4, 2026
As darkness falls later in the month, summer's classic stargazing targets begin taking center stage.
From Science Daily • Jun. 3, 2026
Today, the spirit and dialogue of those movies take center stage at some of the world’s biggest venues.
From Salon • May 31, 2026
Once he gets wound up in the pulpit he seems unwilling to give up center stage.
From "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver
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