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Definition the limelight in American English

the limelight noun

[singular] noun
/ˈlaɪmˌlaɪt/
1

a situation in which you are getting a lot of interest and attention from the newspapers, television, etc.

Example

DiCaprio has been in the limelight since he began his career at the age of 12.

Example

The prince has always tried to keep his children out of the limelight.

Synonyms and related words
the media medium mass media
Definition the limelight in American English