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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With the backing of research foundations as well as major global institutions, Acumen’s initiative will shed light on the importance of sustainable global trade; not in the environmental sense, but rather with a focus on long-term economic viability. —Jason Phillips, USA TODAY, 19 Feb. 2025

While Harshman’s motive might never be known, her family and friends have shed light on the 32-year-old woman's state of mind leading up to the killings. —Laura Barcella, People.com, 18 Feb. 2025

During a talk held in Berlin‘s Hebbel am Ufer theater, Berlinale jury president Todd Haynes shed light on how his filmmaking craft evolved from Superstar and Safe to Carol, as well as how Mark Ruffalo brought him a career-changing script. —Sara Merican, Deadline, 17 Feb. 2025

But the event also served as a stage to shed light on the future of Greg Norman. —Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 16 Feb. 2025