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to shed light on sth
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to provide clarification, understanding, or insight into a topic, situation, or problem
What is the origin of the idiom "shed light on something" and when to use it?
The idiom "shed light on something" comes from the literal act of illuminating something to make it visible or clearer. Historically, before the advent of electric lighting, people used candles, lanterns, or other sources of light to see in the dark. This practical need to illuminate objects and surroundings naturally extended into metaphorical use. Thus, "shedding light" on a subject came to mean providing insight or clarity, helping to understand or reveal information that was previously obscure or hidden.
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The filmmaker angled the documentary to shed light on a social issue.
The archaeologists unearthed ancient artifacts that shed light on the Gordian civilization.
Through diligent research, the historian uncovered documents that shed light on an obscure event from the past, bringing new knowledge to light.
Archaeologists unearthed well-preserved reckoning boards at ancient sites, shedding light on mathematical practices of past civilizations.
During construction, workers unearthed fossils that shed light on prehistoric life.
