Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom in the given sentence.
The embezzlement in the company’s accounts has come to light.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. been revealed
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"Come to light" means that something previously hidden or unknown has been revealed or discovered.
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In the sentence, it indicates that the embezzlement, which was not known before, has now been discovered and is now known.
So, "been revealed" accurately reflects the meaning of "come to light."