come to light
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Following the Wednesday tragedy, more clarity on who was on the aircraft has also come to light.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 20, 2026
However, Mathias' death is now being investigated after new potential evidence has come to light.
From BBC ● Jul. 23, 2026
As Johnson’s story has come to light in recent days, federal prosecutors suddenly moved to dismiss his charges, though they promised to investigate Johnson’s allegations.
From Slate ● Jun. 25, 2026
“When these details come to light, we see it as a positive catalyst and another step forward in the sustainability of this memory cycle,” O’Malley said.
From MarketWatch ● May 27, 2026
To date no direct remains of the Museum or the Library have come to light.
From "Circumference" by Nicholas Nicastro
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