darkened
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The skies may have darkened for years as volcanic material blocked sunlight around the globe, triggering severe cooling.
From Science Daily • May 11, 2026
Over time, weathering would create extensive layers of darkened regolith, similar to the dusty surface seen on the Moon or Mercury.
From Science Daily • May 5, 2026
A survey from the Conference Board, a research group, suggested that consumer sentiment improved this month, countering evidence from another major poll that showed the mood had darkened.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026
MacIntyre was already three over par in his round when his mood darkened further on the par-five 15th.
From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026
The social worker’s face darkened; his gray-green eyes glistened as if the boy had physically hurt him.
From "Not Nothing" by Gayle Forman
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