| 词汇 | shed light on something |
| 释义 | Idiom shed (some) light on something and throw (some) light on something Theme: EXPLANATION to reveal something about something; to clarify something. (Also with any.)This discussion has shed some light on the problem.Let's see if Ann can throw any light on this question. Idiom shed light on somethingshed light on (something) to make something clearer.Experts hope the plane's flight recorders will shed light on the cause of the crash.The latest study could throw light on why older people are the only ones affected. Related vocabulary: put a spotlight on someone/somethingshed (some) light on (something)To reveal information or details about something; to clarify or help people understand something. We've hired a private investigator to help shed light on the clandestine dealings of the organization. These documents we've uncovered shed some light on how the late author's final book was meant to end. shed light on somethingIf something sheds light on a situation, it makes it easier to understand. Is there anything that Moira said that might shed some light on what happened? Note: Cast or throw are sometimes used instead of shed. Perhaps the brothers could cast light on that mystery. cast/shed/throw (new) ˈlight on somethingmake a problem, etc. easier to understand: This book sheds new light on the role of the CIA.‘Can you throw any light on the matter?’ |
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