Bring something to light
verb phrase
To make people aware of something that was previously unknown or secret.
The investigation brought some alarming facts to light.
Often appears as...
- investigation brought to light
- study brought to light
Usage tips
Idiomatic
verb phrase
To make people aware of something that was previously unknown or secret.
The investigation brought some alarming facts to light.
Often appears as...
- investigation brought to light
- study brought to light
Usage tips
Idiomatic
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Metaphorical Usage
The phrase often relates to the idea of illuminating darkness, metaphorically revealing hidden truths.
The whistleblowers brought corruption to light, showing the company's true dealings.
Pro Tip 2/3Context Sensitivity
Used in situations involving investigation, research, or discovery, implying careful effort to find truth.
The journalist's dedication brought the politician's lies to light.
Pro Tip 3/3Serious Subjects
Usually associated with serious or impactful matters, not trivial ones.
The study brought to light the grave impact of climate change on agriculture.
Pro Tip 1/3Metaphorical Usage
The phrase often relates to the idea of illuminating darkness, metaphorically revealing hidden truths.
The whistleblowers brought corruption to light, showing the company's true dealings.
Pro Tip 2/3Context Sensitivity
Used in situations involving investigation, research, or discovery, implying careful effort to find truth.
The journalist's dedication brought the politician's lies to light.
Pro Tip 3/3Serious Subjects
Usually associated with serious or impactful matters, not trivial ones.
The study brought to light the grave impact of climate change on agriculture.
Pro Tip 1/3Metaphorical Usage
The phrase often relates to the idea of illuminating darkness, metaphorically revealing hidden truths.
The whistleblowers brought corruption to light, showing the company's true dealings.
Pro Tip 2/3Context Sensitivity
Used in situations involving investigation, research, or discovery, implying careful effort to find truth.
The journalist's dedication brought the politician's lies to light.
Pro Tip 3/3Serious Subjects
Usually associated with serious or impactful matters, not trivial ones.
The study brought to light the grave impact of climate change on agriculture.
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