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as in hazy
covered over by clouds
clouded skies did not diminish our fun
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as in misty
filled with or dimmed by fine particles (as of dust or water) in suspension
with only a clouded view of the valley before, we canceled the hang gliding
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as in obscured
to make dark, dim, or indistinct
the diner's dark interior, clouded with smoke and grease
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as in confused
to make (something) unclear to the understanding
cloud the issue with obscure statistics
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Recent Examples of clouded
Ryan Mancini, The Hill, 14 Apr. 2026
Malinovsky, an engineer, said his memory of the next few hours are somewhat clouded.
—Helen I. Bennett, Hartford Courant, 4 Mar. 2026
But over time, that beautiful view can become clouded with soot, haze, and stubborn residue that can dull the flame’s warm glow.
—Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 27 Feb. 2026
His process combines acrylic sprays, clouded gradients, and thick, deliberate brushstrokes to achieve depth, contrast and luminosity.
—Emma Kershaw, Forbes.com, 28 Jan. 2026
Some partnerships could deepen and strengthen through honesty and vulnerability, while others become clouded by the fear of change.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 26 Jan. 2026
My thoughts are so far clouded.
—Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 15 Jan. 2026
The cause of Jamison’s clouded vision is damage from an inflammatory response to the pathogen.
—Kristen Rogers, CNN Money, 10 Jan. 2026
After the clouded lens was extracted, surgeons implanted a clear, artificial replacement to restore 20/20 vision.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 4 Dec. 2025
Jess Myers, Twin Cities, 8 May 2026
But the outlook is clouded by the Iran war.
—Michelle Chapman, Los Angeles Times, 4 May 2026
Sure, he’s driven by vengeance and ruthless in his pursuit, but — without spoiling anything — his motivation is clouded at best, misplaced at worst.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 30 Apr. 2026
The recent volatility in mortgage rates, has clouded the outlook for the spring homebuying season.
—ABC News, 30 Apr. 2026
Has the day perhaps clouded my judgment?
—Allen Buchanan, Oc Register, 25 Apr. 2026
The talks planned for Saturday come as much of the world is on edge over a war that has snarled crucial energy exports through the Strait of Hormuz, clouded the global economic picture and left thousands dead across the Middle East.
—Munir Ahmed, Chicago Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026
The conflict has further clouded the outlook for private investments, which could make the adjustment tricker.
—Alaa Shahine Salha, semafor.com, 22 Apr. 2026
No one is the hero, even Mary, who is arguably the least suspicious, ends up being the one who has a drug problem that definitely could have clouded her judgment.
—Arushi Jacob, Variety, 22 Apr. 2026
Adjective
Ghostly figures depicting service members also appeared to emerge from the sky as sunlight pierced through clouded skies.
—Ryan Mancini, The Hill, 14 Apr. 2026
Malinovsky, an engineer, said his memory of the next few hours are somewhat clouded.
—Helen I. Bennett, Hartford Courant, 4 Mar. 2026
But over time, that beautiful view can become clouded with soot, haze, and stubborn residue that can dull the flame’s warm glow.
—Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 27 Feb. 2026
His process combines acrylic sprays, clouded gradients, and thick, deliberate brushstrokes to achieve depth, contrast and luminosity.
—Emma Kershaw, Forbes.com, 28 Jan. 2026
Some partnerships could deepen and strengthen through honesty and vulnerability, while others become clouded by the fear of change.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 26 Jan. 2026
My thoughts are so far clouded.
—Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 15 Jan. 2026
The cause of Jamison’s clouded vision is damage from an inflammatory response to the pathogen.
—Kristen Rogers, CNN Money, 10 Jan. 2026
After the clouded lens was extracted, surgeons implanted a clear, artificial replacement to restore 20/20 vision.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 4 Dec. 2025
Verb
After Walz’s failed run for vice president on the 2024 ballot, the past two years of his second term have been clouded by fraud scandals that opponents have linked to lack of oversight by the Walz administration.
—Jess Myers, Twin Cities, 8 May 2026
But the outlook is clouded by the Iran war.
—Michelle Chapman, Los Angeles Times, 4 May 2026
Sure, he’s driven by vengeance and ruthless in his pursuit, but — without spoiling anything — his motivation is clouded at best, misplaced at worst.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 30 Apr. 2026
The recent volatility in mortgage rates, has clouded the outlook for the spring homebuying season.
—ABC News, 30 Apr. 2026
Has the day perhaps clouded my judgment?
—Allen Buchanan, Oc Register, 25 Apr. 2026
The talks planned for Saturday come as much of the world is on edge over a war that has snarled crucial energy exports through the Strait of Hormuz, clouded the global economic picture and left thousands dead across the Middle East.
—Munir Ahmed, Chicago Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026
The conflict has further clouded the outlook for private investments, which could make the adjustment tricker.
—Alaa Shahine Salha, semafor.com, 22 Apr. 2026
No one is the hero, even Mary, who is arguably the least suspicious, ends up being the one who has a drug problem that definitely could have clouded her judgment.
—Arushi Jacob, Variety, 22 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for clouded
Adjective
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But its geological origins are hazy.—
Marnie Hunter,
CNN Money,
14 May 2026
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Even if my archive was unverifiable or incongruous, the hazy, contradictory landscape of Goodman’s life was the truth of her existence.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
13 May 2026
Adjective
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Ciudad Perdida, Colombia Hidden deep within the misty peaks of Colombia’s Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, the ancient city of Teyuna—better known as Ciudad Perdida—is one of South America’s most extraordinary archaeological sites.—
Carla Vianna,
Condé Nast Traveler,
27 Apr. 2026
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Today’s fear that AI might wipe out vast swaths of jobs across the economy—not in some misty future, but in just a few years—is a relatively new phenomenon.—
Geoff Colvin,
Fortune,
19 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Images of the enclosure are tightly censored and obscured on digital mapping platforms.—
Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
15 May 2026
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The unveiling of definition that has long been obscured.—
Jolene Edgar,
Allure,
14 May 2026
Verb
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At first, Liza Ginette was distraught and confused at her children’s silence.—
Madeline Holcombe,
CNN Money,
10 May 2026
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The red, purple or sometimes gold root vegetable — not to be confused with its white cousin, the sugar beet — is low-calorie and packed with nutrients and compounds linked to benefits, ranging from brain health to athletic performance.—
Teresa Mull,
FOXNews.com,
9 May 2026
Adjective
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In the darkened foyer, Ember contemplated this unassuming bit of paper, momentarily paralyzed by a mixture of dread and excitement stirred together, an overpowering sensation that oozed from the crown of her head, down the length of her body, then hardened, like a soft golden resin becoming solid.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
1 Apr. 2026
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As scientists often find darkened teeth in ancient burials, other factors can contribute to a black appearance, notably the chewing of betel leaves.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
14 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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But first, the imager will scout the asteroid’s immediate neighborhood to check for any moonlets that could pose hazards to the spacecraft or offer clues to the space rock’s murky past.—
Meghan Bartels,
Scientific American,
14 May 2026
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Details of their final days remain murky.—
Kerry Breen,
CBS News,
14 May 2026
Verb
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No Doubt defined an era with their individualistic fashion and blurred musical lines between ska and pop.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
7 May 2026
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Tears blurred his vision and reddened his face.—
Joel Lorenzi,
New York Times,
7 May 2026
Adjective
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In addition to a cushy design, the sneaker also offers great traction, with little grooves on the outsole for grip on everything from shiny airport floors to rainy city streets.—
Jasmine Gomez,
Travel + Leisure,
11 May 2026
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Against the backdrop of a rainy, nocturnal London, O’Shaughnessy reprises his role as photographer Miles who obsessively captures unforgiving, morbid portraits of unaware strangers.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
11 May 2026
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“Clouded.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clouded. Accessed 16 May. 2026.
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