trick of light
Example Sentences
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Digital forensics researchers were quick to explain the "extra" finger: a trick of light that made part of his palm resemble an additional digit.
From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026
The easiest explanation for those surprisingly massive galaxies is that, at least for some of them, there’s been a miscalculation — perhaps due to a trick of light.
From Washington Post • Aug. 26, 2022
Here, the duo immerses itself in the cosmos, the trick of light of a falling star guiding the nightmare of a relationship’s end.
From New York Times • Nov. 12, 2021
But even then, it would just be a trick of light; she might look convincing up close, but your hand would just go through hers.
From Slate • May 22, 2019
The open air was freedom, and this was nothing more than a trick of light.
From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny
