Cast/shed/throw light on something
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Unveiling Secrets
Use when revealing information that was not known before to explain something.
Her letters cast light on secretive royal affairs.
Pro Tip 2/3Historical Insight
Especially useful when providing understanding of historical events or figures.
The newly found documents cast light on the president's decisions during the war.
Pro Tip 3/3Problem Solving
Used when explaining or solving a complex problem.
The expert's analysis cast light on the cause of the technical failure.
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