throw (some) light on (something)

throw (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 throw light on the clandestine dealings of the baron. These documents we've uncovered throw some light on how the late author's final book was meant to end.
See also: light, on, throw
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

throw an amount of light on someone or something

to present some revealing information about someone or something. What you have just told me throws a lot of light on George and his motivation. Will you please throw some light on the problem?
See also: amount, light, of, on, throw
McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs.

throw (or cast or shed) light on

help to explain (something) by providing further information about it.
See also: light, on, throw
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary

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
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  • cast
  • cast (some) light on (something)
  • cast/shed/throw light on something
  • shed (some) light on (something)
  • cast (some) light upon (something)
  • shed (some) light upon (something)
  • give (one) a/the feel of (something)
  • be (one's) man/woman
  • be somebody's man/woman
  • ploughs