as in darkened
being without light or without much light
in the dusky depths of the dungeon
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Recent Examples of dusky
There’s also a wide color selection, which includes the dusky pink and plum Disco Dust and the pink, cool purple, and dirty red Electric Cherry.
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Jenny Berg, Vogue, 12 Dec. 2025
Behind revolving doors with an Art Nouveau touch is a spacious yet enveloping multilevel space decked in dark wood, sage green velvet and dusky pink carpeting redolent of Riva boats.
—Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 5 Dec. 2025
Some of us prefer our Christmas music on the pensive side, with wistful lyrics about dusky snowfalls and memories.
—Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 4 Dec. 2025
Conrique’s dusky voice effortlessly conveys the emotional distress, before turning the song into one of bravery, as the protagonist leaves the unfaithful lover and then reminds the ex of all the ways those ongoing habits will lead to heartbreak in future relationships.
—Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 10 Nov. 2025
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Jenny Berg, Vogue, 12 Dec. 2025
Behind revolving doors with an Art Nouveau touch is a spacious yet enveloping multilevel space decked in dark wood, sage green velvet and dusky pink carpeting redolent of Riva boats.
—Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 5 Dec. 2025
Some of us prefer our Christmas music on the pensive side, with wistful lyrics about dusky snowfalls and memories.
—Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 4 Dec. 2025
Conrique’s dusky voice effortlessly conveys the emotional distress, before turning the song into one of bravery, as the protagonist leaves the unfaithful lover and then reminds the ex of all the ways those ongoing habits will lead to heartbreak in future relationships.
—Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 10 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dusky
Adjective
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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
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Japanese astronaut Kimiya Yui posted a video to X over the weekend, showing a dazzling view of auroras spreading like a tall blanket over the darkened Earth below.—
Josh Dinner,
Space.com,
15 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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At the center of the space will be a central bar wrapped in wood paneling and leather accents, topped with dark stone, according to the release.—
Noelle Alviz-Gransee
February 17,
Kansas City Star,
17 Feb. 2026
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The shoes accompanied a silky black midi skirt, a simple gray sweater, a thick dark turquoise belt and a long furry gray coat worn off her shoulders.—
Jaden Thompson,
Footwear News,
17 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Legal experts say the offense is complicated and murky to prosecute.—
Lauren Kent,
CNN Money,
19 Feb. 2026
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But residency requirements are murky.—
Seema Mehta,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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These include shrimp ceviche, lobster bisque, black mussels, truffle fries and a Caesar salad.—
Carlos Rico,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
17 Feb. 2026
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Mother of the bride Thurman was photographed in a gauzy light blue dress, and Ethan Hawke was in a navy blue suit paired with a black button-down.—
KiMi Robinson,
USA Today,
17 Feb. 2026
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“Dusky.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dusky. Accessed 23 Feb. 2026.
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