dark cloud
noun
dark clouds
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pluralof dark cloud.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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When I visit, it is a hot and humid day, there are ominous dark clouds in the sky, and heavy, thundery downpours are hitting the surrounding region.
From BBC ● Sep. 5, 2026
“Indeed, while there are silver linings spread across today’s report, dark clouds are approaching,” Raja said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 19, 2026
Zoom in through the dark clouds parting to reveal a figure falling face downward, clearly a female form in stiletto heels descending toward Earth.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 26, 2026
The results will likely determine whether the dark clouds are gone for good, or whether they could hang around a while longer.
From Barron's ● Nov. 14, 2025
“Sometimes I dream lightning strikes. Or earthquakes. Sometimes it’s dark clouds mushrooming in the sky. I wake troubled.”
From "Ghost Boys" by Jewell Parker Rhodes
