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to darken
01
to become darker in color or shade
Intransitive
Examples
As the storm clouds gathered, the sky began to darken, casting shadows over the landscape.
The room slowly darkened as the sun set, filling the space with a soft twilight.
02
to make something less light in color, often turning it towards a darker shade
Transitive: to darken color of something
Examples
The storm clouds are currently darkening the sky.
Over time, the sun exposure has darkened the wooden furniture.
03
to diminish or stain the favorable qualities of something or cast doubt upon it
Transitive: to darken sth
Examples
The scandal darkened his once-spotless reputation, leaving him ostracized by his peers.
The controversial decision darkened the company's public image, leading to a loss of consumer trust.
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