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What this exposé casts a light upon is a much less visible element.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

"If we can clearly understand the mechanisms for increasing the atmospheric oxygen content, it will shed light upon the biosignature detection in other planets," said Dr. Ratnayake.

From Science Daily • Nov. 2, 2025

And having their stories explored: full of complications and messy past trauma that, while not always excusing their evil deeds, maybe shed some light upon the circumstances that led to their dastardly behavior.

From Salon • Jul. 31, 2022

Chandra Wilson, who plays Ben's wife Miranda Bailey, and Ellen Pompeo, the eponymous Meredith Grey, make cameos in the "Station 19" opener, casting their light upon the newborn.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 22, 2018

The silver corslet shimmered before his eyes like the light upon a rippling sea.

From "The Fellowship of the Ring" by J.R.R. Tolkien




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