Synonyms for Spotlight (same or very similar meaning)
WordNet sense 1 (a focus of public attention):
glare, limelight, public eye
WordNet sense 2 (a lamp that produces a strong beam of light to illuminate a restricted area; used to focus attention of a stage performer):
spot
WordNet sense 3 (move into the foreground to make more visible or prominent):
foreground, highlight, play up
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