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Grammar fix

in light of

considering; taking into account

Used to introduce a reason or explanation, showing that you are considering a particular fact or situation before making a judgment or decision.

expressionC1occasional

Hear it in context

Notice where the phrase sounds natural.

  • In light of the recent changes, we need to adjust our plans.daily life
  • In light of the increasing use of technology in education, I believe schools should focus more on teaching digital skills alongside traditional subjects.IELTS speaking

Fix the pattern

Pattern: in light of [noun phrase], [clause]

WrongIn light to the new evidence, they reopened the case.

RightIn light of the new evidence, they reopened the case.

It's 'in light OF', not 'in light to'.

Patternin light of [noun phrase], [clause]

Use it right

Choose the version that sounds natural in speech.

Stiff Taking into careful consideration the recent developments, we will postpone.

Natural In light of recent developments, we'll postpone.

'In light of' compactly says 'considering'; the long version is wordy.

Build natural chunks

Words that usually travel with it.

  • in light of
    of recentof thisof the factsgiven

Don't confuse it

'In light of' is more formal and analytical than 'because of', and is often used when explaining a decision or change based on new information.

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