cast/shed/throw light on
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: to help to explain (something) : to make it possible to understand or know more about (something)
She is developing new theories that might shed some light on these unusual phenomena.
I hope my explanation throws light on their behavior.
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Understanding silesaurids could shed light on which physical traits made dinosaurs so successful.
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Alexa Robles-Gil, Smithsonian Magazine, 5 Nov. 2024
During his visit, Prince William aims to shed light on environmental challenges and the vital work of rangers, who are on the front lines of conservation efforts.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024
View Comments Studies have been carried out over the past year to shed light on the mysteries of the filaments after a 2023 paper revealed them.
—Ashley Strickland, CNN, 30 Oct. 2024
State, national organizations join public rebuttal As the committee's final decisions are not shared with members of the public directly, Kenney felt the need to shed light on its decision.
—Greta Cross, USA TODAY, 26 Oct. 2024
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Alexa Robles-Gil, Smithsonian Magazine, 5 Nov. 2024
During his visit, Prince William aims to shed light on environmental challenges and the vital work of rangers, who are on the front lines of conservation efforts.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024
View Comments Studies have been carried out over the past year to shed light on the mysteries of the filaments after a 2023 paper revealed them.
—Ashley Strickland, CNN, 30 Oct. 2024
State, national organizations join public rebuttal As the committee's final decisions are not shared with members of the public directly, Kenney felt the need to shed light on its decision.
—Greta Cross, USA TODAY, 26 Oct. 2024
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