spotlight
柯林斯词典
1. N-COUNT A spotlight is a powerful light, for example in a theatre, which can be directed so that it lights up a small area. (剧院等的) 聚光灯
2. V-T If something spotlights a particular problem or situation, it makes people notice it and think about it. 使备受关注
The budget crisis also spotlighted a weakening economy. 预算危机也使日益衰弱的经济备受关注。
3. PHRASE Someone or something that is in the spotlight is getting a great deal of public attention. 瞩目中
Webb is back in the spotlight. 韦布又重新受到瞩目。
返回 spotlight
spotlight /ˈspɒtˌlaɪt/ (spotlighting,spotlighted,spotlights)
剑桥词典
- C2 (UK informal spot)
a lamp whose beam can be directed , or a circle of light produced by such a lamp
聚光灯;聚光灯照明圈
in the spotlight
(of a person ) receiving a lot of public attention
(人)备受关注的,为公众瞩目的
The senator has been in the spotlight recently since the revelation of his tax frauds . 自从参议员的纳税欺诈行为曝光后,他就成了公众关注的焦点。 返回 spotlight