spotlight
US /ˈspɑːt.laɪt/
UK /ˈspɑːt.laɪt/
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a lamp projecting a narrow, intense beam of light directly on to a place or person
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The singer was illuminated by a single spotlight on stage.
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Adjust the spotlight to focus on the main actor.
2.
intense public attention or scrutiny
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The scandal put the politician directly in the spotlight.
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Her new movie has brought her back into the spotlight.
1.
direct a spotlight onto (a place or person)
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The stage crew will spotlight the lead singer during the chorus.
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The documentary aims to spotlight the struggles of migrant workers.