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Synonyms

center stage

American  
[sen-ter stayj] / ˈsɛn tər ˈsteɪdʒ /

noun

plural

center stages

  1. the central section of a stage.

  2. a prominent, important, or central position.

adverb

  1. in, into, or towards a prominent or central position.

Example Sentences

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Moreover, corporate earnings season looms with key outlooks from tech sector giants, and the returns they expect from their billions in AI investments, likely to take center stage.

From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026

This is the weekend high school track and field takes center stage in Southern California.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026

Celebrity bald eagles Jackie and Shadow are on the verge of welcoming a new addition to the family just in time for Easter — a holiday where eggs frequently take center stage.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

Federal Reserve, will take center stage in the coming week as investors watch how policymakers react to the recent jump in oil and gas prices.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 16, 2026

He was a gambler, like the Soviet leader, and he enjoyed being center stage.

From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin

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