brings to light

VERB

to make clear

Synonyms

WEAK

blow the lid off bring forward bring into the open bring into view crack wide open disclose expose hold up to view lay bare reveal take the lid off

Example Sentences

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“It brings to light what scares us most about aging: that we are reaching a vulnerable stage,” says Dr. Louise Aronson, a geriatrician and author.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 13, 2026

Above all, the album brings to light, perhaps better than any other source, how women used the civil disobedience movement for their empowerment.

From BBC • Nov. 29, 2025

Now, a recent report brings to light more details about the teenager’s case.

From Salon • Jan. 6, 2025

These days, it’s common for a true crime story to go viral, but that interest often gathers momentum only after an investigation, documentary, podcast or online conversation brings to light a previously unfamiliar saga.

From New York Times • Feb. 16, 2024

I answer: First, it brings to light an important history, before unknown to man.

From A Voice of Warning An introduction to the faith and doctrine of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints by Pratt, Parley P.