limelight

Example Sentences

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Mueller, who routinely shunned the limelight throughout his law-enforcement career, largely vanished from public view after his departure from the Federal Bureau of Investigation in 2013.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 21, 2026

His signature artworks often appear without warning, sparking global conversation, but the culprit quietly dodges the limelight.

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026

Such opportunities are rare, and typically occur far from Wall Street and out of the limelight.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 12, 2026

“If you used it thoughtfully and had capacity, you could actually have a massive impact,” said Sherin, who urged those running for governor to “bring 5200 into the limelight and guarantee resources to counties.”

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 21, 2026

Secretary of War Stanton has personally taken charge of identifying the larger conspiracy that has grown out of Booth’s single gunshot, pushing Lafayette Baker from the limelight.

From "Lincoln's Last Days: The Shocking Assassination that Changed America Forever" by Bill O'Reilly