as in hazy
covered over by clouds
the dark, overcast sky made the whole day seem depressing
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as in to obscure
to make dark, dim, or indistinct
an impenetrable fog overcast our view of the harbor
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Recent Examples of overcast
Don Norcross, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 June 2025
Rand Champion, a spokesperson for the Arkansas Department of Corrections, said in a Wednesday press briefing that the search area has expanded but rainy and overcast conditions have limited the use of drones and helicopters, in addition to curtailing the effectiveness of tracking dogs.
—N'dea Yancey-Bragg, USA Today, 29 May 2025
Jaime Moore-Carrillo, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 19 July 2024
The past year has seen an existential mood overcast the rap world as its commercial dominance appears to be on its last leg.
—Jeff Ihaza, Rolling Stone, 12 Sep. 2023
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Adjective
On an overcast, cool Thursday afternoon, the Crusaders earned that right when senior Lilia Alpuche smacked an RBI single in the bottom of the seventh, giving Mater Dei a 5-4 walk-off win over rival Bonita Vista in the SoCal Regional semifinals.
—Don Norcross, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 June 2025
Rand Champion, a spokesperson for the Arkansas Department of Corrections, said in a Wednesday press briefing that the search area has expanded but rainy and overcast conditions have limited the use of drones and helicopters, in addition to curtailing the effectiveness of tracking dogs.
—N'dea Yancey-Bragg, USA Today, 29 May 2025
Verb
Short term reversals shouldn’t overcast longer term progress, Reed added.
—Jaime Moore-Carrillo, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 19 July 2024
The past year has seen an existential mood overcast the rap world as its commercial dominance appears to be on its last leg.
—Jeff Ihaza, Rolling Stone, 12 Sep. 2023
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for overcast
Adjective
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That memory was hazy, half-lost–until a family photo album resurfaced decades later.—
Lee Sharrock,
Forbes.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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The near-surface smoke could dissipate by then, while the sky might still be hazy.—
Rick Sobey,
Boston Herald,
5 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Architectures that obscure how data is processed or how decisions are made inherently increase operational exposure.—
Abhi Sharma,
Forbes.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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However, very few of the impact craters on Earth are visible because of various processes that obscure or erase them.—
Marian Selorm Sapah,
Space.com,
2 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Meanwhile, ancient castles rise from misty riverbanks—like Trim and Kilkenny—as woolly sheep graze across emerald pastures.—
Lewis Nunn,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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The Alishan Forest Railway is one of the most unique ways to see Taiwan, and offers a scenic, nostalgic ride through misty mountains.—
Rachel Chang,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Even a slight shake from pressing the shutter can blur your moon shot, especially with slower shutter speeds in low light.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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In some respects, the line between Ray and Henry has been blurred as a result of the relationships the actor formed with his castmates, beginning with Mulgrew.—
Brande Victorian,
HollywoodReporter,
5 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The sky darkened during the Rays’ fourth-inning rally, and light rain intensified into a heavy downpour an inning later.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
31 July 2025
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Moments later, the sky darkens into a purplish blue before being split by a sharp bolt of lightning.—
Soo Kim,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 July 2025
Verb
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Over time, however, the need to push back on your thoughts, your excitement, and your harmless opinions can feel less like playful or intellectual banter and more like a quiet effort to dim your spark.—
Jenna Ryu,
SELF,
4 Aug. 2025
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The hope-and-change promises of the Obama administration were beginning to dim.—
Alexandra Jane,
Essence,
31 July 2025
Verb
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Shower and tub: Use a spray bottle filled with vinegar, water, and a few drops of essential oils to mist the shower after every use.—
Lauren Bengtson,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 July 2025
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Shake the bottle and mist the tanning water liberally over your skin, holding it about six inches away.—
Jenny Berg,
Vogue,
2 June 2025
Verb
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Paris Jackson talks 'shadows' clouding music career, sexuality in new series: 'My dad caught on pretty quick' Jackson, the King of Pop's only daughter, announced her engagement to Long in December.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
1 Aug. 2025
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The report lands on the day Trump’s tariffs are set to go into effect and further cloud the economic picture.—
Liz Hoffman,
semafor.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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“Overcast.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overcast. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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