Id | ESLPod_1273_WE_2214 |
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Episode Id | ESLPod 1273 |
Episode Title | Improving School Security |
Phrase | in light of |
Text | The phrase "in light of," in this podcast, means considering or reflecting on information: "In light of their financial problems, they decided not to go on vacation this year." The phrase "to come to light" means to become known by others: "If these actions ever come to light, we'll all be arrested." The phrase "to see the light" means to understand something suddenly: "Your explanation has helped me see the light." The phrase "to have (one's) name in lights" means to be famous: "She dreams of being a movie star and having her name in lights." Finally, the phrase "the light of (someone's) life" means to be the person whom one loves more than anyone else: "She was the light of his life, and he was devastated when she moved away." |
Topics | Education |
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