grab the camera; hog the spotlight
Meanings
2 senses · 7 examplesverb
to capture exciting moments while filming; to seize the best shots
Originally used in photography, film, and journalism contexts to describe capturing key visual moments.
The journalist captured a moving scene by seizing the moment.
The photographer captured the moment the champion sprinted to the finish.
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The director reminded the cameraman to grab the key shots and not miss the crucial footage.
verb
to grab the spotlight; to deliberately attract attention; to upstage others
neutralOften implies deliberately seeking attention or dominating a social situation. Can carry a slightly negative connotation of showboating, but can also be used neutrally.
She was the person who grabbed the most attention at the party.
Some people just love to hog the spotlight, no matter what the occasion.
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This new actor steals the show too much, completely upstaging the lead.
When taking group photos, he always stands in the middle to grab attention.