Light Idioms

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in light of

Meaning: because of

Example: In light of what happened last week, please take care on the escalators. Read more ➺


make light of

Meaning: to treat something as if it isn't important

Example: You need to stop making light of this situation. You could be in serious trouble. Read more ➺


light years away

Meaning: when something seems unlikely to happen

Example: The technological advancement like flying cars is light years away. Read more ➺


lighten up

Meaning: to take it easy

Example: Just lighten up! Everything will be fine. Read more ➺


first light

Meaning: the time when the light begins to appear in the morning

Example: The search for the missing children will continue at first light. Read more ➺


see the light

Meaning: realise or understand something

Example: After my terrible grade in mathematics I saw the light and started working harder. Read more ➺


shed light

Meaning: to explain something in order to make it easier to understand.

Example: Due to the complicated equations, we thought it is best to hire a private tutor to shed more light on the topics. Read more ➺


go out

Meaning: Leave one's home or place for social or recreational activity.

Example: After a long day at work, we decided to go out for dinner and catch a late-night movie with friends. Read more ➺


ray of sunshine

Meaning: A person or thing that brings happiness, light, or positivity, especially during difficult times.

Example: When I was feeling down, my friend was a true ray of sunshine, cheering me up. Read more ➺


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