center of attention
Example Sentences
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Nobody was better at playing a very handsome guy, the center of attention, who was also nonthreatening, not above a bit of slapstick, a little silly—above all, likable.
From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026
She had a difficult time controlling her temper, exulted in being the center of attention, and alienated influential men in Washington by her efforts to insert herself into policymaking.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026
He likes to be the big shot and the center of attention.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 11, 2026
In particular, one of the three towers that has been idle for more than 50 years but somehow reenergized the day the fire began, has been a center of attention.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2025
They knew Sasha hated being the center of attention, so after greeting them with hugs they tried to be chill.
From "The 57 Bus" by Dashka Slater
