To become clear; when something previously unknown becomes understood or revealed.
調査の結果、事故の原因が明らかになった。
As a result of the investigation, the cause of the accident became clear.
彼の行動の意図がだんだん明らかになってきた。
The intention behind his actions gradually became clear.
データを解析すると、新しい傾向が明らかになるかもしれない。
Analyzing the data might make new trends clear.
証拠が出てきて、事件の全容が明らかになるだろう。
With evidence coming out, the whole picture of the case will probably become clear.
To be made public; information or facts become known (due to publication, announcement, or leak).
内部告発で不祥事が明らかになった。
The wrongdoing was made public by a whistleblower.
会見で新しい方針が明らかになった。
The new policy was announced at the press conference.
資料が公開され、過去の決定過程が明らかになった。
When the documents were released, the past decision-making process became public.