steal the show — to attract the most attention and praise in a performance or event, often unexpectedly
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: to attract the most attention and praise in a performance or event, often unexpectedly
Pronunciation (IPA): /stiːl ðə ʃoʊ/
Korean meaning: 공연이나 행사에서 예상치 못하게 가장 많은 관심과 찬사를 받다, 주목을 독차지하다
Korean pronunciation: **스틸** 더 **쇼**
Example Sentences
- The CEO's pet parrot stole the show at the company presentation by squawking 'Buy our stock!' repeatedly.
- While the bride looked beautiful, her grandmother stole the show by breakdancing at the reception.
- The young violinist stole the show with her emotional performance of Vivaldi's Four Seasons.
steal the show
NOUN//stiːl ðə ʃoʊ//
to attract the most attention and praise in a performance or event, often unexpectedly
to attract the most attention and praise in a performance or event, often unexpectedly
When you keep it real, you make them feel - and steal the show!
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Origin
연극 무대에서 주연배우가 아닌 조연이나 단역 배우가 관객들의 시선을 '훔쳐가는' 것에서 유래된 표현
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📝Examples
“The CEO's pet parrot stole the show at the company presentation by squawking 'Buy our stock!' repeatedly.”
“While the bride looked beautiful, her grandmother stole the show by breakdancing at the reception.”
“The young violinist stole the show with her emotional performance of Vivaldi's Four Seasons.”
“The supporting actor completely stole the show from the lead with his hilarious improvisation.”
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