center of attention

/ˈsɛntər əv əˈtɛnʃɪn/
/ˈsɛntə əv əˈtɛnʃən/
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Other forms: centers of attention

Definitions of center of attention
  1. noun
    the object upon which interest and attention focuses
    synonyms: center, centre, centre of attention
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    conversation piece
    something interesting that stimulates conversation
    crosshairs
    a center of interest
    cynosure
    something that strongly attracts attention and admiration
    eye-catcher
    a striking person or thing that attracts attention
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    object
    the focus of cognitions or feelings
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