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in light of

idiom

2 meanings of in light of

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  1. 1
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    Because of something. It gives the reason why something happened.

    In light of the bad weather, the school closed early.

    The store changed its hours in light of all the complaints.

    Similargiven, following

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  2. 2
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    When you think about certain facts before deciding or judging something.

    In light of what we know now, we should take a different road.

    The coach gave him extra rest in light of his recent injury.

    Similarconsidering, given

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Origin

It probably comes from the phrase "in the light of."