total darkness

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As a young postdoctoral scientist, he joined pioneering expeditions and descended more than a mile below the ocean surface in the submersible Alvin, where he observed thriving ecosystems in total darkness.

From Science Daily • Apr. 3, 2026

The best part: using these lights means you’ll be in bed by 6 p.m, ready for an evening of total darkness and forced rest.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

The man in his 30s in Tehran who reported "total darkness" overnight said: "The electricity went out and I had no idea what was happening".

From BBC • Mar. 10, 2026

As the sub dropped below 200 metres, the last traces of light disappeared, and indigo faded into total darkness.

From Barron's • Jan. 26, 2026

Because trying to dismantle and stack solar cells in total darkness isn't fun.

From "The Martian" by Andy Weir