in the light of
The phrase "in the light of" is commonly used to indicate that a decision or action is influenced by new information or circumstances.
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Definition
B2General
(idiomatic, formal)Considering or taking into account new information, circumstances, or events.
Example
- In the light of recent developments, we're postponing our meeting.
- In the light of the weather forecast, we have canceled the 4th of July celebrations.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "in the light of":
in light ofin view ofin the shadow ofin the cold light of dayin the face ofin the wake ofin face ofsee the light