The phrase
"proverbial light" refers to a well-known and commonly used metaphorical idea or concept. It often represents wisdom, knowledge, understanding, or clarity that one gains, similar to a light illuminating the darkness.
Full definition
Synonyms for individual words can be found below.
«proverbial»
«light»
Sentences with «proverbial light»
- And that's when the proverbial light bulb went off for the inveterately affable denim king: «I thought: Wouldn't it be great to offer genetic testing as an optional program, free of charge, to our employees?» (fortune.com)
- He laid out the example above and the proverbial light bulb went off in my head. (thedividendlife.com)
- Hope is the proverbial light at the end of the tunnel, beckoning us with some sort of promise that our lot will improve. (educationworld.com)
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