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
While the exact species involved in the recent shark attack near Hadera has not been officially confirmed, dusky sharks are commonly found in the area, experts say.
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Ross Rosenfeld, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Apr. 2025
Cone Denim has layered in an earthy palette of overdyed denim colors and dusky casted hues with shades such as chocolate brown, burgundy, tan and maple.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 15 Apr. 2025
Every year, during June and July, billions of these fish migrate up the coast, and in so doing, attract a plethora of spectacle-worthy predators, like dusky sharks and Bryde’s whales.
—Mark Ellwood, AFAR Media, 14 Apr. 2025
The United States has its own bans (e.g., on dusky sharks) but effectiveness varies by gear type and enforcement.
—Melissa Cristina Márquez, Forbes.com, 7 Apr. 2025
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Ross Rosenfeld, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Apr. 2025
Cone Denim has layered in an earthy palette of overdyed denim colors and dusky casted hues with shades such as chocolate brown, burgundy, tan and maple.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 15 Apr. 2025
Every year, during June and July, billions of these fish migrate up the coast, and in so doing, attract a plethora of spectacle-worthy predators, like dusky sharks and Bryde’s whales.
—Mark Ellwood, AFAR Media, 14 Apr. 2025
The United States has its own bans (e.g., on dusky sharks) but effectiveness varies by gear type and enforcement.
—Melissa Cristina Márquez, Forbes.com, 7 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dusky
Adjective
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Large amounts of larvae were in dark crevices inside the homes, including under appliances or furniture.—
Nicole Blanchard,
Idaho Statesman,
10 May 2025
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Where to watch: Max 'Another Simple Favor' In Paul Feig's dark comedy mystery sequel, crime-solving mommy vlogger Stephanie (Anna Kendrick) is shocked when fresh-out-of-jail frenemy Emily (Blake Lively) invites her to be maid of honor at her wedding in Capri.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
10 May 2025
Adjective
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Its origins are as murky as the exact proportions of the recipe.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
14 May 2025
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Instead, the injury made his situation murky at best.—
Adam Jahns,
New York Times,
13 May 2025
Adjective
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Both sizes are available in all black, and the large 45mm model also comes in silver with a white band, while the smaller 41mm Venu 3S gives you the choice of four additional color combinations: soft gold with an ivory, french gray, or dust rose band, or silver with a sage gray band.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
14 May 2025
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The red, blue, and black colors are like Spider-Man’s suit directly on a water bottle.—
Katrina Cossey,
Parents,
14 May 2025
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“Dusky.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dusky. Accessed 24 May. 2025.
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