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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However, Mr. Starritt keeps his leads center stage and ensures that throughout their professional trials and personal ordeals they remain captivating presences and sympathetic enough to root for.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 24, 2026
The new format, expanding team participation from 32 to 48, has brought to center stage smaller, underdog countries that have outperformed expectations, produced unexpected heroes and warmed our collective hearts.
From Salon ● Jul. 18, 2026
Culture Clash will take center stage on June 27 at Grand Performances, in partnership with De Los.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 24, 2026
For the former property tycoon and reality TV star, taking center stage is in his blood.
From Barron's ● Jun. 23, 2026
But staying on center stage takes work—lots of work.
From "You Bring the Distant Near" by Mitali Perkins
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