darkness

Example Sentences

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"She's always been a blasing light in the darkness and if you didn't manage to see her, you would definitely hear her."

From BBC

The stunning operation saw US forces swoop in by helicopter under cover of darkness and seize Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores from a highly secured compound in the Venezuelan capital on January 3.

From Barron's

For decades a narrow waterway in Ganvie, Benin has been a discreet rendezvous point for young couples to meet -- safe under cover of darkness, far away from strict families and prying eyes.

From Barron's

Neighbourhoods were plunged into darkness as power lines snapped, while trees were uprooted and roofs ripped off.

From BBC

Camille’s face is hidden in the darkness, but the desperation in her voice nearly breaks me.

From Literature