center stage
Americannoun
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center stages
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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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Example Sentences
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Once she goes to prison, Holmes’ controlling partner Billy Evans takes center stage, along with the real star of the film, a celebrated actress that Fielder recruits to help him in his inquiry.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 8, 2026
IonQ is set to host its investor day on Sept. 8, and its acquisition of SkyWater Technology will likely take center stage.
From Barron's ● Sep. 3, 2026
Warsh will take center stage at 10 a.m.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 27, 2026
In the future, though, it looks increasingly like AI is going to take center stage.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 11, 2026
One by one the contestants took the long walk to center stage to give their speeches.
From "Stargirl" by Jerry Spinelli
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