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“dark” in English

dark
Illustration of "dark" in a English cultural setting
A person walks home alone on a narrow street at dusk. The last orange glow of sunset has faded behind the houses, and long, deep shadows stretch across the pavement. The streetlights have not yet turned on, making everything look dim and indistinct.

Usage note

In weather, 'dark' describes a lack of light, often because of clouds, night, or a storm.

Examples

  • It gets dark early in winter.

    It gets dark early in winter.

  • The sky is dark and cloudy.

    The sky is dark and cloudy.

  • A dark storm is coming.

    A dark storm is coming.

Quick check

What does "dark" mean?

  • A. dark
  • B. bad
  • C. beautiful
  • D. big

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