see the light again; recover lost territory
Meanings
2 senses · 6 examplesverb
to see the light again; to be restored to light
literaryA literary expression, often used metaphorically to signify liberation from darkness, oppression, or a difficult period, bringing hope and brightness.
After the long war, peace finally restored light to this land.
The surgery was successful, allowing his eyes to see the light again.
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Justice will eventually triumph over evil, and civilization will surely be restored to light.
verb
to recover; to restore; to regain (lost territory)
formalA formal and patriotic term specifically used for recovering lost territory or sovereignty from foreign invaders or occupiers. It carries a strong sense of national pride and historical restoration.
The soldiers fought bravely, determined to recover the occupied homeland.
This epic records the glorious process of the kingdom's restoration.
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Driving out the foreign invaders and recovering the rivers and mountains was the sacred mission of that generation.