darken

Example Sentences

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Their mood tends to darken considerably, leading them to be more likely to sell their stock holdings and less likely to buy.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 18, 2026

As long as the earnings picture doesn’t darken, shares should rise.

From Barron's • Dec. 5, 2025

But Zach’s struggles have helped darken Conn’s views on the economy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 26, 2025

Western fence lizards can darken in warmer temperatures, sometimes appearing black in color.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 25, 2025

The world seemed to darken for a moment—he couldn’t even remember his own mother.

From "The Maze Runner" by James Dashner