throw a little light on (something)
throw a little light on (something)
To reveal a small amount of clarifying or enlightening information or details about something; to help people understand something a little bit. Authorities are appealing for any information that may help throw a little light on the child's mysterious disappearance. These documents we've uncovered throw a little light on how the late author's final book was meant to end.
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Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
- a straw will show which way the wind blows
- a slew of (something)
- a slue of (something)
- a/the feel of (something)
- (I) wouldn't (do something) if I were you
- a crack at (someone or something)
- all right
- (you) wanna make something of it?
- all for the best
- a thing of the past