Definitions

in light of

ADJECTIVE

considering

Synonyms

STRONG

seeing

WEAK

all in all all things considered as as long as because everything being equal for forasmuch as in consideration of in view of inasmuch as insomuch as now pending since taking into account

Example Sentences

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The Swiss firm said it would not open its branches in the capital "in light of safety considerations for both our customers and our staff".

From BBC • May 16, 2026

Modi's visit will "deepen India's partnership with Europe... particularly trade and investment ties in light of the recently concluded India-EU FTA", New Delhi's foreign ministry said.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

Martin Short pulled out from a handful of professional commitments in light of his daughter’s death.

From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026

Avelo also announced discounted fares for some routes through November in light of Spirit’s demise, and a rewards-program match for some of Spirit’s loyalty members through the end of the month.

From MarketWatch • May 4, 2026

Especially now, in light of all that’s happened.

From "The Old Willis Place" by Mary Downing Hahn

in light of

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