center stage
noun
1
: the central part of a theatrical stage
2
: a central or highly prominent position
an issue that has taken center stage in the campaign
center stage
adjective or adverb
Examples of center stage in a Sentence
The actor stood alone at center stage.
As we wrap up work on the old project, a new one moves to center stage.
The issue is expected to take center stage in the elections.
Recent Examples on the Web
Washington — The Senate is scheduled to vote Wednesday on legislation to protect access to contraception, as Democrats work to put reproductive rights at center stage heading into November's election.
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Kaia Hubbard, CBS News, 5 June 2024
Douglas' return to center stage has not been without challenges.
—Anna Lazarus Caplan, Peoplemag, 29 May 2024
Not one for center stage, Knox has taken after his parents’ love for sports.
—Emily Weaver, Peoplemag, 25 May 2024
For those interested in placing flags, the group will meet at 7 a.m. Saturday, May 25, at center stage at the VA cemetary.
—Meredith G. White, The Arizona Republic, 20 May 2024
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Kaia Hubbard, CBS News, 5 June 2024
Douglas' return to center stage has not been without challenges.
—Anna Lazarus Caplan, Peoplemag, 29 May 2024
Not one for center stage, Knox has taken after his parents’ love for sports.
—Emily Weaver, Peoplemag, 25 May 2024
For those interested in placing flags, the group will meet at 7 a.m. Saturday, May 25, at center stage at the VA cemetary.
—Meredith G. White, The Arizona Republic, 20 May 2024
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“Center stage.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/center%20stage. Accessed 10 Jun. 2024.
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