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(as) dark as pitch
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completely black or dark
What is the origin of the idiom "dark as pitch" and when to use it?
The idiom "dark as pitch" finds its origin in the pitch, a thick, dark, and viscous substance derived from the distillation of wood or coal tar. The phrase is used to describe a state of extreme darkness or absence of light, likening it to the deep blackness of pitch. The pitch's nature, being highly opaque and light-absorbing, led to its association with profound darkness.
Example
The abandoned basement lacked any windows or light sources, resulting in an environment that was as dark as pitch.
The power outage left the entire neighborhood in a state of darkness, with the room being as dark as pitch.
The storm clouds obscured the moon and stars, causing the night sky to be as dark as pitch.
Venturing into the ancient cave, they found themselves surrounded by an eerie darkness, as if the depths were as dark as pitch.
The power outage left the entire neighborhood in a state of darkness, with the room being as dark as pitch.
