- present tense form of darken (3rd person singular).
darkens
Example Sentences
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Include them and Americans’ average level of preparation for retirement darkens considerably.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 6, 2026
Hally’s mood darkens as soon as he learns from Sam that his mother is bringing his dad home from the hospital.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 17, 2026
It means the vicious circle tightens and darkens.
From BBC ● Apr. 15, 2026
Slowly, the surface darkens into something deeply golden, edged in amber, the fat rendering and crisping, the spice blooming in the oil.
From Salon ● Apr. 10, 2026
Phil’s face darkens for an instant, and he takes a step closer to me.
From "Love, Hate & Other Filters" by Samira Ahmed
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