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steal the spotlight

[steal the spotlight] {v. phr.} To attract attention away from a person or thing that people should be watching. * /When the maid walked on the stage and tripped over […] A Dictionary of American Idioms

in the spotlight

[in the spotlight] {adv. phr.} In the center of attention, with everybody watching what one is doing. * /It must be difficult for the President to be in the spotlight […] A Dictionary of American Idioms

[in] or [into the limelight] {adj. phr.} In the center of attention. * /Some people will do almost anything to be able to step into the limelight./ Compare: [IN THE […] A Dictionary of American Idioms

steal up on

[steal up on] {v. phr.} To stealthily approach one; sneak up on someone. * /The thief stole up on his victim, snatched her purse, and ran away./ A Dictionary of American Idioms

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