limelight

Example Sentences

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He missed the end of that tournament and France wing Louis Bielle-Biarrey rightfully took the limelight.

From BBC • Mar. 16, 2026

Such opportunities are rare, and typically occur far from Wall Street and out of the limelight.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 12, 2026

“My God, the Nazis knew how to put themselves in the limelight and present themselves,” said Bryan Ferry of Roxy Music in 2007.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 25, 2026

“If you used it thoughtfully and had capacity, you could actually have a massive impact,” said Sherin, who urged those running for governor to “bring 5200 into the limelight and guarantee resources to counties.”

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 21, 2026

Willard’s success was unquestionable, but for many years she shared the limelight with one of the most eccentric, unforgettable characters in the entire American experience.

From "1919 The Year That Changed America" by Martin W. Sandler