see the light
if an object sees the light of day, it is brought out so that people can see it

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see the light
see the light (of day)
1.
if an object sees the light of day, it is brought out so that people can see it.
The archives contain vintage recordings, some of which have never seen the light of day.

2.
if something, especially an idea or a plan, sees the light of day, it starts to exist.
It was the year when the equal opportunities bill first saw the light of day.

to be made available or be known about.
The company agreed the ad was an embarrassment and promised it would never again see the light of day.

1.
to understand something clearly, especially after you have been confused about it for a long time.
Sarah used to have very racist views, but I think she's finally seen the light.

2.
to start believing in a religion, often suddenly.
I hope my book will help others to see the light.

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see the light
to realize your mistake, to suddenly see how to proceed with something
I finally saw the light and began to work at the same pace as everyone else.

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see the light
{v. phr.}, {informal} To understand or agree, often suddenly; accept another's explanation or decision.
I did not approve of his action, but he explained his reason and then I saw the light.

Bill wanted Harry to help him, but Harry wasn't in the mood until Bill offered to pay him. Then Harry saw the light.

Mary thought it was fun to date older boys but when they started drinking, she saw the light.

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