center stage

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International efforts to lead the quantum race have taken center stage, including China’s ambitious Five-Year Plan, which is targeting a nationwide quantum network by 2030.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

But that motivation is intended to be forgotten—it’s not politics but corruption that shares center stage with the series’ revenge elements, gunfights and atmospheric treatment of the city.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

Wildfire and insurance — issues amped by climate change — along with the price of gas, took center stage at the California governor’s debate on Tuesday night.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026

The in-between bits, not quite destined for center stage but no less useful for it.

From Salon • Apr. 26, 2026

Rufus drags two stools center stage for our pretty lengthy song.

From "They Both Die at the End" by Adam Silvera