the center of attention
noun phrase
: the person most noticed and watched by other people
He likes to be the center of attention.
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The prominence of those tech moguls — who were seated behind Trump’s family at the center of attention — angered some Republicans, who voiced concerns about spotlighting billionaires after an election cycle in which Republicans made gains with working class-voters.
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Mike Lillis, The Hill, 20 Jan. 2025
One of the most notable moments came when Texans cornerback Kris Boyd became the center of attention.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 19 Jan. 2025
Unpredictability and planning Supply chains are currently at the center of attention more than ever and are facing a number of major challenges.
—Sin To, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
This is also a fantastic energy to use when pitching ideas to bosses, applying for new jobs or launching campaigns that will put you at the center of attention.
—Kyle Thomas, Peoplemag, 22 Sep. 2024
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Mike Lillis, The Hill, 20 Jan. 2025
One of the most notable moments came when Texans cornerback Kris Boyd became the center of attention.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 19 Jan. 2025
Unpredictability and planning Supply chains are currently at the center of attention more than ever and are facing a number of major challenges.
—Sin To, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
This is also a fantastic energy to use when pitching ideas to bosses, applying for new jobs or launching campaigns that will put you at the center of attention.
—Kyle Thomas, Peoplemag, 22 Sep. 2024
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“The center of attention.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20center%20of%20attention. Accessed 2 Feb. 2025.
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