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Idioms and Phrases

Also, throw light on . Clarify or explain, as in I was hoping the professor would shed light on how he arrived at his theory , or Can anyone throw some light on where these plants came from? Originally, from about 1200, these expressions were used literally, in the sense of “illuminate,” but they soon were used figuratively as well.

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The team said further research of this kind could shed light on the evolution of human social behaviour.

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Public reaction to Mr Thompson's killing has shed light on deep frustrations with privatised healthcare.

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This helped establish a link between the two sites, shedding light on the vast reach of the Indus Valley civilisation.

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This project highlights the lives of Emberá women affected by the crisis, shedding light on their struggles.

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The activists said they obtained department reports through public records requests that shed light on how interconnected police departments are with one another.

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