shed light on
Example Sentences
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"Right now, we don't have clear answers, but this study begins to shed light on how we might address that question."
From Science Daily • Jun. 2, 2026
The city controller has no power over local policy, legislation or the city’s budget, but can often shed light on wasteful spending or fraud and pressure politicians by releasing audits and reports on city departments.
From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026
Musk’s wealth wasn’t the only thing the S-1 shed light on.
From Barron's • May 21, 2026
The case has shed light on more of the alleged activities of Marselek, who has since been charged with fraud and embezzlement, suspected of having inflated Wirecard's balance sheet total and sales volume.
From BBC • May 20, 2026
Thomas waited, hoping that Newt or Alby would have a positive reaction to the news, maybe even have further information to shed light on the mystery.
From "The Maze Runner" by James Dashner
