Tìm kiếm
in the dark
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in a state in which one is not informed about important things
IdiomWhat is the origin of the idiom "in the dark" and when to use it?
The idiom "in the dark" dates back to the late 1600s and has its roots in the idea that darkness represents ignorance or lack of knowledge. Just as you can't see in the dark, being "in the dark" means being uninformed or unaware of something. This expression is used to describe a situation in which someone lacks information or knowledge about a particular subject, event, or circumstance. It implies a state of ignorance or being kept unaware intentionally or unintentionally.
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Even though the successful businessman was facing false accusations, a good name keeps its luster in the dark, and his reputation remained untarnished.
The detective took a stab in the dark by questioning the witness, hoping for a breakthrough in the case.
The ghostly figure in the dark alley made them blanch with fear.
She prefers to work quietly and independently, often leaving her colleagues in the dark about her progress.
The eerie silence in the dark forest frightened the hiker.
