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see the silver lining

SEE the SIL-ver LY-ning

siː ðə ˈsɪlvər ˈlaɪnɪŋ

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seethesilverlining

Dictionary meaning

find the positive aspect in an otherwise negative or difficult situation; remain optimistic about what might be gained even from adversity

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