be in the limelight

be in the limelight

To be the center of attention. The phrase refers to a type of lamp that was previously used in theatrical stage lighting. My sister loves being in the limelight, but I get really nervous on stage. Once news of this scandal breaks, our company will be in the limelight for months.
See also: limelight
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
See also:
  • in the limelight
  • lime
  • limelight
  • out of/in the limelight
  • out of the limelight
  • midnight
  • burn the midnight oil
  • burn the midnight oil, to
  • carry a Chinaman on (one's) back
  • have a Chinaman on (one's) back
References in periodicals archive
``The thing is Craig will always be in the limelight because of the manner of his performances on the pitch.
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Rarely getting the chance to be in the limelight, the much maligned defensive role doesn't usually generate this kind of excitement and appreciation.
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