stealing thunder
- upstageDivert attention from another
- spotlightConcentrated illumination source
- limelightCenter of public notice
- overshadowDominate by comparison
- outshineExceed in brilliance
preempt · scene-stealer · glory · credit · attention · headlines · moment · applause · rivalry · jealousy · dramatic · announcement · reveal · scoop · one-upmanship · sabotage · timing · surprise
stealing thundergiving credit
Acknowledging another's contribution
crediting · passing the torch · honoring · championing · acknowledging
stealing thunderstepping aside
Removing oneself from position
taking a back seat · holding back · deferring · biding one's time