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bring to light
To reveal something, often something inappropriate or illegal. A noun or pronoun can be used between "bring" and "to." Discrepancies in the yearly budget report brought to light corruption in the company. I never wanted to be a whistleblower, but I'm the only one who can bring these documents to light.
bring someone or something to light
Fig. to present or reveal someone or something to the public. The newspaper story brought the problem to light. I have brought some interesting facts to light in my article.
bring something to light
Fig. to make something known. The scientists brought their findings to light. We must bring this new evidence to light.
bring to light
Reveal or disclose something previously hidden or secret, as in After careful investigation all the facts of the case were brought to light. This term uses light in the sense of "public knowledge." [First half of 1500s]
bring something to ˈlight
show information, evidence, etc: The police investigation brought to light evidence of more than one crime. ♢ These documents have brought new information to light about Shakespeare’s early life.bring to light
To reveal or disclose: brought the real facts to light.