She hates being in the ... (draw attention), even when her work deserves recognition.
spotlight / limelight
The film was clearly a ... for stars rather than a meaningful story.
vehicle
The cast played to a packed ____ on opening night.
house
If he wants that promotion, he really needs to get his _____ together.
act
The situation changed in the ____ of an eye. (immediately)
blink
The negotiations dragged on with no end in _____.
sight
Residents were up in ____ over the proposed changes. (very angry)
arms
Once we solved the initial problem, everything else was plain _____. (without problem)
sailing
They arrived in the ____ of time to prevent a disaster.
nick
She goes for a run every morning, come rain or _____.
shine
He can relocate at a moment’s _____ if needed.
notice
He’s been down on his ____ since losing his job. (broke)
luck
The results fell ____ of our expectations. (didn't meet)
short
She’s so focused on details that she can’t see the _____ for the trees. (unable to see a wider perspective)
wood/forest
Despite criticism, he stuck to his ____. (held his opinion)
guns
There’s a ________ between confidence and arrogance. (small difference - 2 words)
fine line
