Critical assignment (4)

I believe the answer is:

star

(Other definitions for star that I've seen before include "A night light?" , "Actor in a principal role" , "Top-of-the-bill artist" , "Leading character" , "Leading actor in a show" .)

I've seen this clue in the Newsday.

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