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in light of
Idioms and Phrases
Also, in the light of ; in view of . In consideration of, in relationship to. For example, In light of recent developments, we're postponing our meeting , or In the light of the weather forecast we've canceled the picnic , or He got a special bonus in view of all the extra work he had done . The first two of these terms date from the late 1600s, the third from about 1800.Example Sentences
The central analysis, however, is even more chilling in light of the Justice Department’s arguments in other deportation cases—namely, the class action before U.S.
In light of the circumstances, there is reason to be quite mad at those in government who support the total elimination of checks and balances in favor of an aging strongman’s personal judgment.
This, Greenland’s prime minister claimed, was a “highly aggressive†move, especially in light of President Donald Trump’s relentless threats to annex Greenland.
The planned visit raised eyebrows, however, in light of President Donald Trump's repeated comments that he would like to annex mineral-rich Greenland, which he says is critical for US security.
In light of recent events, many Venezuelans are also upset.
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