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Synonyms

come to light

Idioms  

  1. Be clearly revealed or exposed, as in New facts about evolution have come to light with the latest fossil discoveries in Africa. Miles Coverdale had this idiom in his translation of the Bible (Ezekiel 16:57): “And before thy wickednesse came to light.” [First half of 1500s]

Example Sentences

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But the Radio 2 presenter was sacked after "new information" about his conduct came to light in recent weeks, the BBC said.

From BBC

In a sign of how deep the wounds are after these claims came to light, California lawmakers barely uttered his name when they voted unanimously last week to rename the state holiday "Farmworkers Day".

From BBC

“I will have more to say as additional details come to light,” said Kiswani, whose group holds rallies and fundraisers in support of people in Gaza.

From The Wall Street Journal

The alleged money laundering came to light in April 2022, and Peng resigned later that year after a search warrant related to the investigation was served at her home and workplace, prosecutors said.

From Los Angeles Times

His condition came to light during the band's More Satanic Rites tour in December, when Wildheart was forced to take short breaks from stage due to severe pain.

From BBC

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