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in light of

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ɪn ˈlaɪt əv/

in light of means: Used to introduce information that should be considered when judging something or making a decision.

preposition

CONSIDERINGB2

Used to introduce information that should be considered when judging something or making a decision.

  • Consider the plan in light of the costs.
  • Her actions seem reasonable in light of what we now know.
  • How should we judge these results in light of earlier research?

How to use it: in light of something (We should review the plan in light of the new information.)

Similar words: considering, given, in view of

Common phrases: in light of evidence, in light of circumstances

BECAUSE OFB2

Used to introduce the reason for an action, decision, or change.

  • In light of the risks, we cancelled the trip.
  • The company changed its policy in light of customer complaints.
  • In light of recent threats, security has been increased.

How to use it: in light of something (The match was cancelled in light of the storm warning.)

Similar words: because of, due to, as a result of

Common phrases: in light of concerns, in light of warnings

Questions about in light of

What does in light of mean?

Used to introduce information that should be considered when judging something or making a decision.

What is in light of in other languages?

Türkçe: ışığında · Español: a la luz de · Français: à la lumière de · Deutsch: im Licht von · Italiano: alla luce di · 日本語: を踏まえて

How do you pronounce in light of?

It is pronounced /ɪn ˈlaɪt əv/.

How do you use in light of in a sentence?

Consider the plan in light of the costs. Her actions seem reasonable in light of what we now know.

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