come to light
Example Sentences
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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
“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
Ollard said many homeowners are unaware their property is misconnected, and that older homes can have historic plumbing errors that only come to light once pollution is detected in a river.
From BBC • May 26, 2026
Alarming evidence has recently come to light about Harry Potter’s strange behavior, which casts doubts upon his suitability to compete in a demanding competition like the Triwizard Tournament, or even to attend Hogwarts School.
From "Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire" by J. K. Rowling
