as in spotlights
the center of public attention
an actress who discovered that the limelight was not such a glowing experience when her privacy was invaded
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Published by Vendome Press, the book is a visual autobiography and spotlights seven of their properties, photographed by Douglas Friedman, a longtime creative partner of the Hilfigers who specializes in fashion, architectural and interior design photography.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
16 Sep. 2025 -
Appointed with chef-worthy Gaggenau appliances, the culinary haven spotlights Henrybuilt cabinetry and a large island made for gatherings.—
David Caraccio,
Sacbee.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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As the attentions of the younger and chronically online become harder to pin down, Range Media Partners has announced a new division, Awareness Creation, meant to target younger audiences for clients that run the gamut from entertainment to sports to brands.—
Mia Galuppo,
HollywoodReporter,
4 Sep. 2025
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By May 2024, her fashion line attracted the attentions of Demi Moore, Bella Hadid, Greta Gerwig and more for Scheufele’s now-annual Cannes couture show at the Hôtel du Cap-Eden-Roc in France.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
3 Sep. 2025
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“Limelights.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/limelights. Accessed 20 Sep. 2025.
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