I don't know why I get so moody sometimes.
She's a moody woman—she can be happy one minute and angry the next.
The room's moody lighting suggested mystery and romance.
Recent Examples on the WebCharacterized by moody tones, delicate details, and a vintage feminine flair, here’s what to know about getting the look in your home, according to interior design professionals.—Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Mar. 2024 Think: Soho House Nashville's warm blush (seen here) or the moody blue-grey of their property on London's Dean Street.—Hannah Chubb, Peoplemag, 1 Mar. 2024 Whereas Michael Myers paced calmly in a silly jumpsuit, Lewis bellyached in moody black outfits.—Jason Zinoman, New York Times, 29 Feb. 2024 But don't get too comfortable, as Michigan's moody weather is forever unpredictable.—Miriam Marini, Detroit Free Press, 27 Feb. 2024 The third floor is dedicated entirely to the primary suite, which features dark and moody hues and artwork the couple has picked up during their travels.—Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 1 Feb. 2024 Look for lamps and even chandeliers with fringe—the light sifts through the strings, creating an overall sense of moody ambiance.—Maggie Gillette, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Feb. 2024 The combination feels even more organic to the production’s moody atmosphere.—Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 20 Feb. 2024 Here, Chalamet does a fine job playing a curious and moody son to a space traveler on a mission to save humanity from a raging famine.—EW.com, 18 Feb. 2024
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