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turning the spotlight on



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But part of the allure of turning the spotlight on lawyers is that neither side has at their disposal the testimony of fact witnesses they believe are central to the case.

From Washington Post • Jan. 28, 2020

But his new concerto makes another leap by turning the spotlight on the theorbo as the protagonist, here accompanied by a chamber orchestra of strings and harpsichord.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 1, 2017

Mr. Smith was best known for turning the spotlight on American choral music, past and present.

From New York Times • Jul. 15, 2016

Critics have denounced Krakauer for turning the spotlight on Missoula and accuse him of reopening wounds inflicted by the Justice Department investigation.

From US News • May 7, 2015

The Today programme is turning the spotlight on a different generation, who were never young enough to merit Granta's attentions.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2013