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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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
The verdict, on March 2, 2023—after a six-week trial—was when Hill took center stage.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 24, 2026
A woman dressed all in black, wearing a headset and carrying a clipboard, comes to center stage behind the curtain.
From "Shine!" by J.J. and Chris Grabenstein
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