shed light on something
shed (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.
See also: light, on, shed
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
shed light on something
If 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.
See also: light, on, shed, something
Collins COBUILD Idioms Dictionary, 3rd ed.
cast/shed/throw (new) ˈlight on something
make 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?’See also: cast, light, on, shed, something, throw
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
- shed (some) light on (something)
- shed (some) light upon (something)
- cast/shed/throw light on something
- cast
- cast (some) light on (something)
- cast (some) light upon (something)
- give (one) a/the feel of (something)
- be (one's) man/woman
- be somebody's man/woman
- ploughs