come to light
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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
“I’m hoping to get some evidence to come to light to show more that I was in the right.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 17, 2026
Messages between senior minister Darren Jones and Peter Mandelson have come to light, with the pair criticising Jones's cabinet colleagues.
From BBC ● Jun. 4, 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
In examining the sanctuary’s large site, a largely unknown or forgotten aspect of World War II has come to light.
From "Shipwrecked!" by Martin W. Sandler
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