steal the show

To become the main focus of attention or deliver the most captivating performance in the presence of one or more others, typically unexpectedly. The opening band totally stole the show tonight—they were amazing. I'm sorry, I was trying to listen to your speech, but your adorable little sister stole the show when she came prancing out here.

See also: show, steal

Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

steal the show

Also, steal the spotlight. Be the center of attention, as in The speeches were interesting but Eliza's singing stole the show. This idiom alludes to unexpectedly outshining the rest of the cast in a theatrical production. [First half of 1900s]

See also: show, steal

The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms by Christine Ammer.

steal the show

COMMON If someone or something in a show or other event steals the show, they are more impressive or amusing than anyone or anything else and, as a result, get more attention or praise. All three singers gave impressive performances but it was Domingo who stole the show. It's Jack Lemmon who finally steals the show, turning in his finest performance in years. Note: You can describe someone or something that gets more attention than other people or things as a show-stealer. The show-stealer at Citywalk, however, isn't some Hollywood megastar, but a giant gorilla that hangs like King Kong from the front of the store.

See also: show, steal

Collins COBUILD Idioms Dictionary, 3rd ed.

steal the show

attract the most attention and praise.

See also: show, steal

Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary

steal the ˈshow

attract more attention and praise than other people in a particular situation: Actors don’t like working with animals because they often steal the show.

See also: show, steal

Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary

See also:

doze off
hook
hook it
hooked
hooks
be in luck
pull the carpet (out) from under (one's) feet
pull the carpet/rug out from under somebody's feet
pull the rug out (from (under) one)
come/crawl out of the woodwork

References in periodicals archive

Summary: California [USA], Feb 23 (ANI): The video game industryaACAOs biggest annual expo, Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3 2019), may not witness SonyaACAOs participation, but if the latest reports are anything to go by, Microsoft may steal the show by announcing its next-in-line Xbox consoles at the show.

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The next minute, she was invited on to the stage to join the official entertainment - but alas they had to take back seat to Aimee and did she steal the show!

i hAd the pleasure in[...]

"In my career, before I was the main event, I was always trying to steal the show and I feel I have a style that can be endearing to the boxing public.

SHOW-STEALER GROVES

Ziggler promised to steal the show and win the Intercontinental Championship in his match-up against Wade Barrett.

WWE superstars get ready for action in Abu Dhabi

2 Don't steal the show : When you're involved in charity initiatives with others, do not steal the show by showcasing only your activities on social media.

Five social media tips to try

Director Peter Rowe allowed plenty of scope for comic buffoonery by giving the mechanicals' musical playlet an enhanced role, with the playful Potts taking full advantage to steal the show.

Bottom was a joy to behold; REVIEW A Midsummer Night's Dream STAFFORD CASTLE

Summary: Rapper Eminem could steal the show at this years Grammy Awards.

Eminem up for 10 Grammys

Teens can steal the show in a glamorous tearose pink corsage dress for pounds 42, down from pounds 60.

SAVVY SHOPPER; Cash Queens

PRIMETIME TELEVISION HAS ALWAYS HAD A COUPLE slots for cops and robbers, but now the robbers are trying to steal the show. Last season NBC introduced Heist, a crime drama about a gang of thieves planning to take down three Beverly Hills jewelry stores on Academy Awards' night (a more interesting prospect than watching the acceptance speeches).

Criminal intent: does television's shifting focus from cops to robbers reflect our country's move from peacemaker to lawbreaker?

SIA also used the occasion to introduce the new UK general manager, Marvin Ta, for whom it is going to be a very busy year, doing the social rounds at Farnborough where the Airbus A380 is likely to steal the show, and later on, the actual introduction of the aircraft on the London - Singapore route.

Airline News - Asia Pacific

Four-year-olds Yasmin Mei-Li Bell, from Sunderland, Thomas Lawton, from Tow Law, in County Durham and Liam Jagonase, five, also from Sunderland are also shaping up to steal the show.

She's little Miss Star

They threatened to steal the show from some thirty earlier and better works.

Willem De Kooning: Gagosian Gallery/Mitchell-Innes & Nash, New York

Mazda are out to steal the show at the forthcoming Paris motoring bonanza.

Say bonjour to a fresh face

Not too often, but once in a while it happens: The musicians steal the show from the dancers.

Hearing Dance, Portuguese Style. (Reviews: National)

And as so often happens in the lives of gay men, file women steal the show: Witness Lea DeLaria as Eric's buoyant, too-good-to-be-true boss/cunfidante (so where's her girlfriend, fellas?); Holmes's heartbreaking Laura Dern-esque Maggie; and McVay's convincingly unpretentious mother.

Edge of Seventeen

词组	steal the show
释义	steal the show steal the show To become the main focus of attention or deliver the most captivating performance in the presence of one or more others, typically unexpectedly. The opening band totally stole the show tonight—they were amazing. I'm sorry, I was trying to listen to your speech, but your adorable little sister stole the show when she came prancing out here. See also: show, steal Farlex Dictionary of Idioms. steal the show Also, steal the spotlight. Be the center of attention, as in The speeches were interesting but Eliza's singing stole the show. This idiom alludes to unexpectedly outshining the rest of the cast in a theatrical production. [First half of 1900s] See also: show, steal The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms by Christine Ammer. steal the show COMMON If someone or something in a show or other event steals the show, they are more impressive or amusing than anyone or anything else and, as a result, get more attention or praise. All three singers gave impressive performances but it was Domingo who stole the show. It's Jack Lemmon who finally steals the show, turning in his finest performance in years. Note: You can describe someone or something that gets more attention than other people or things as a show-stealer. The show-stealer at Citywalk, however, isn't some Hollywood megastar, but a giant gorilla that hangs like King Kong from the front of the store. See also: show, steal Collins COBUILD Idioms Dictionary, 3rd ed. steal the show attract the most attention and praise. See also: show, steal Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary steal the ˈshow attract more attention and praise than other people in a particular situation: Actors don’t like working with animals because they often steal the show. See also: show, steal Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary See also: doze off hook hook it hooked hooks be in luck pull the carpet (out) from under (one's) feet pull the carpet/rug out from under somebody's feet pull the rug out (from (under) one) come/crawl out of the woodwork References in periodicals archive Summary: California [USA], Feb 23 (ANI): The video game industryaACAOs biggest annual expo, Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3 2019), may not witness SonyaACAOs participation, but if the latest reports are anything to go by, Microsoft may steal the show by announcing its next-in-line Xbox consoles at the show. Microsoft to announce new Xbox lineup at E3 2019: Report The next minute, she was invited on to the stage to join the official entertainment - but alas they had to take back seat to Aimee and did she steal the show! i hAd the pleasure in[...] "In my career, before I was the main event, I was always trying to steal the show and I feel I have a style that can be endearing to the boxing public. SHOW-STEALER GROVES Ziggler promised to steal the show and win the Intercontinental Championship in his match-up against Wade Barrett. WWE superstars get ready for action in Abu Dhabi 2 Don't steal the show : When you're involved in charity initiatives with others, do not steal the show by showcasing only your activities on social media. Five social media tips to try Director Peter Rowe allowed plenty of scope for comic buffoonery by giving the mechanicals' musical playlet an enhanced role, with the playful Potts taking full advantage to steal the show. Bottom was a joy to behold; REVIEW A Midsummer Night's Dream STAFFORD CASTLE Summary: Rapper Eminem could steal the show at this years Grammy Awards. Eminem up for 10 Grammys Teens can steal the show in a glamorous tearose pink corsage dress for pounds 42, down from pounds 60. SAVVY SHOPPER; Cash Queens PRIMETIME TELEVISION HAS ALWAYS HAD A COUPLE slots for cops and robbers, but now the robbers are trying to steal the show. Last season NBC introduced Heist, a crime drama about a gang of thieves planning to take down three Beverly Hills jewelry stores on Academy Awards' night (a more interesting prospect than watching the acceptance speeches). Criminal intent: does television's shifting focus from cops to robbers reflect our country's move from peacemaker to lawbreaker? SIA also used the occasion to introduce the new UK general manager, Marvin Ta, for whom it is going to be a very busy year, doing the social rounds at Farnborough where the Airbus A380 is likely to steal the show, and later on, the actual introduction of the aircraft on the London - Singapore route. Airline News - Asia Pacific Four-year-olds Yasmin Mei-Li Bell, from Sunderland, Thomas Lawton, from Tow Law, in County Durham and Liam Jagonase, five, also from Sunderland are also shaping up to steal the show. She's little Miss Star They threatened to steal the show from some thirty earlier and better works. Willem De Kooning: Gagosian Gallery/Mitchell-Innes & Nash, New York Mazda are out to steal the show at the forthcoming Paris motoring bonanza. Say bonjour to a fresh face Not too often, but once in a while it happens: The musicians steal the show from the dancers. Hearing Dance, Portuguese Style. (Reviews: National) And as so often happens in the lives of gay men, file women steal the show: Witness Lea DeLaria as Eric's buoyant, too-good-to-be-true boss/cunfidante (so where's her girlfriend, fellas?); Holmes's heartbreaking Laura Dern-esque Maggie; and McVay's convincingly unpretentious mother. Edge of Seventeen
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