center stage
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Once she goes to prison, Holmes’ controlling partner Billy Evans takes center stage, along with the real star of the film, a celebrated actress that Fielder recruits to help him in his inquiry.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 8, 2026
IonQ is set to host its investor day on Sept. 8, and its acquisition of SkyWater Technology will likely take center stage.
From Barron's ● Sep. 3, 2026
This past June, Mr. Threadgill stood center stage flanked by pianist Vijay Iyer and drummer Dafnis Prieto at Manhattan’s Jazz Gallery, where these three first played as a trio 15 years ago.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 2, 2026
However, it wasn’t until she secured the lead role of Sophie in the musical film “Mamma Mia” that she truly became a household name, taking center stage in her first major lead role.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 2, 2026
Since Aristarchus, every step in our quest has moved us farther from center stage in the cosmic drama.
From "Cosmos" by Carl Sagan
