come to light
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"come to light"Meghatározása és Jelentése

to come to light
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to finally become known or revealed after a period of secrecy

to [come] to light definition and meaning
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What is the origin of the idiom "come to light" and when to use it?

The origin of the idiom "come to light" is rooted in the metaphorical association between light and knowledge or awareness. Light has long been symbolically linked to illumination, clarity, and understanding. It is now commonly used when new evidence, facts, or truths are unveiled, disclosed, or exposed.

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The legal case remained in abeyance pending further investigation into new evidence that had come to light.
He resigned in disgrace after a misadventure involving illegal campaign funds came to light.
His marriage was ruled a nullity after it came to light that he had failed to finalize his divorce from his previous wife.
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The legal case remained in abeyance pending further investigation into new evidence that had come to light.
He resigned in disgrace after a misadventure involving illegal campaign funds came to light.
His marriage was ruled a nullity after it came to light that he had failed to finalize his divorce from his previous wife.
After years of speculation, the truth about the politician's financial misconduct finally came to light in a damning exposé.
After years of investigation, the truth finally comes to light as the detective discovers a secret conspiracy, unveiling it to the public.
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