spotlight

shine on

The concert's bright lights shone on the lead singer as she performed her hit song.

step into

After winning the competition, the young singer stepped into the spotlight for the first time.

in/under the ~

The young actress felt nervous when she stepped into the spotlight for her first performance.

come into/under

The new safety regulations came into the spotlight after the accident last month.

bring sth into, put, throw, turn

The documentary brought attention to endangered species by putting a spotlight on their shrinking habitats.

share

The lead singer didn't want to share the spotlight with the backup dancers.

in/under the ~

The coach's controversial decisions came under the spotlight after the team's poor performance.

out of the ~

The young actor wanted to stay out of the spotlight and live a quiet life.