Come to light

phrase

To become known or revealed.

After a lengthy investigation, the truth finally came to light.
Visual representation of "come to light" - To become known or revealed

Often appears as...

  • truth came to light
  • information came to light

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Idiomatic

phrase

To become known or revealed.

After a lengthy investigation, the truth finally came to light.
Visual representation of "come to light" - To become known or revealed

Often appears as...

  • truth came to light
  • information came to light

Usage tips

Idiomatic

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Unexpected Revelations

Refers to surprising or previously unknown information being revealed, often causing a significant reaction.

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When his secret identity came to light, his friends were shocked.
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Past Events

Used when discussing past occurrences that were hidden and are now being uncovered.

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Misconduct from years ago came to light, prompting an official apology.
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Reveal Process

Implies a process or effort like an investigation that leads to information being revealed.

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Through dogged journalism, the corruption came to light.
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Unexpected Revelations

Refers to surprising or previously unknown information being revealed, often causing a significant reaction.

Illustration for Unexpected Revelations
When his secret identity came to light, his friends were shocked.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Past Events

Used when discussing past occurrences that were hidden and are now being uncovered.

Illustration for Past Events
Misconduct from years ago came to light, prompting an official apology.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Reveal Process

Implies a process or effort like an investigation that leads to information being revealed.

Illustration for Reveal Process
Through dogged journalism, the corruption came to light.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Unexpected Revelations

Refers to surprising or previously unknown information being revealed, often causing a significant reaction.

Illustration for Unexpected Revelations
When his secret identity came to light, his friends were shocked.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Past Events

Used when discussing past occurrences that were hidden and are now being uncovered.

Illustration for Past Events
Misconduct from years ago came to light, prompting an official apology.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Reveal Process

Implies a process or effort like an investigation that leads to information being revealed.

Illustration for Reveal Process
Through dogged journalism, the corruption came to light.
Visual representation of the word "Come to light"

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