clouded
Americanadjective
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confused; muddled; disordered.
a mind clouded by sorrow.
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covered with or as if with clouds.
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The pool was clouded with algae within days of being refilled and large pieces of the new sealant could be seen peeling from the bottom.
From BBC • Jul. 2, 2026
The Iranian team's World Cup participation had been clouded by the hostilities, and an original plan to base their training camp in Arizona was nixed in favor of Tijuana, just across the Mexican border.
From Barron's • Jun. 16, 2026
It’s a lovely scene, albeit clouded by despair.
From Salon • May 29, 2026
Stringent regulations for some visa applicants — notably those coming to the U.S. to study or for work-study programs and their dependents — have further clouded America’s image as a destination.
From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026
I pulled dried leaves and clouded liquids from the shelves, all the while gushing about Mother’s exploits, finishing with the confrontation in the hospital.
From "Educated" by Tara Westover
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