Lend color to
Embellish, especially to give the appearance of truth. For example, I’m sure he lied about reaching the summit; that detailed account about losing his pack merely lent color to the story. This expression uses color in the sense of “appearance of authenticity.” [ Late 1700s ]
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Adapt to, be suitable for. For example, The Bible lends itself to numerous interpretations, or This plot of land lends itself to a variety of uses. [ Mid-1800s ]
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