hold the stage

To be the dominant subject of attention in a particular arena. The phrase can be used both figuratively and literally, as when referring to a performance on an actual stage. Climate change currently holds the stage in global politics. The brilliant actress holds the stage with sublime confidence and skill.

hold the stage

dominate a scene of action or forum of debate.

词组	hold the stage
释义	hold the stage hold the stage To be the dominant subject of attention in a particular arena. The phrase can be used both figuratively and literally, as when referring to a performance on an actual stage. Climate change currently holds the stage in global politics. The brilliant actress holds the stage with sublime confidence and skill. See also: hold, stage Farlex Dictionary of Idioms. hold the stage dominate a scene of action or forum of debate. See also: hold, stage Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary See also: die from (something) in reach cry (oneself) to sleep cry oneself to sleep literally lead the pack the thumbs up/down thumbs down give (something) the thumbs up give something the thumbs up References in periodicals archive Mavin Record's proteges, Tiwa Savage, Johnny Drille and Reekado Banks as well as Tolani, Veentage Band and Kaline will hold the stage with musical performances before the screening. Tiwa Savage to perform at Royal Hibiscus Hotel premiere Mr Norton added: "Watching him work is a privilege and there are very few acts that can hold the stage for as long as Ken does. Ken: I'm so tickled by Bedworth The first zone 'Batley Live' will hold the stage for the popular 'Batley's Got Talent' with performances from local artists. All the fun of a carnival In the absence of a top cast, however, this exercise in winking artifice does not really hold the stage. Nor were the visuals prepossessing. Montreal He has proved to everyone he is a true star in his own right and he can certainly hold the stage on his own. You Say: Short points The band is littered with musicians who could hold the stage alone, yet it is our good fortune that they choose to perform together. Enchanting entertainment "Through that experience, I learned there was a special set of skills required for a dancer to be able to hold the stage alone." Later, as a leading dancer in Twyla Tharp's company, Whitener performed a thirteen-minute solo she had created to Brahms's Variations in A Minor on a Theme by Paganini for Piano. Simply solos: visionary director of Kansas City Ballet, William Whitener, makes dance heritage come alive His own plays, however, failed to hold the stage after the mid-18th century. Etherege, Sir George
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