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spotlight

[spot-lahyt] / ˈspɒtˌlaɪt /




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For the first time since last fall, the group of elite megacap stocks known as the “Magnificent Seven” were back in the spotlight.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 17, 2026

Neville hedges his bet by filling us in on Michaels’ spotlight apprehension, making his reticence a through line.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

Appointed under the new ownership in 2021, his achievements have been unprecedented - masterminding three consecutive promotions while navigating a Hollywood takeover, global spotlight and increasing pressure.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

“We believe the Holy Father will shine a spotlight on the good works of the Church, including our work helping communities live together in peace, improve healthcare, and increase education, justice and peace.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 12, 2026

An invisible humming engine shone a small spotlight onto one corner of her desk, to the upper right of the geometry text, and the triangles they were studying all looked like bread.

From "Habibi" by Naomi Shihab Nye




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