darken
verb (used with object)
to make dark or darker.
had darkened
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past perfectof darken.past perfect
Used to express a completed action that took place before another specific past action occurred.
Example Sentences
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On Tuesday Andy Burnham said a serious review of MPs' security was needed after politics had "darkened" over the past decade.
From BBC ● Jul. 17, 2026
It was one of those dramatic Los Angeles afternoons when the sky had darkened early and rain felt inevitable.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 5, 2026
A survey from the Conference Board, a research group, suggested that consumer sentiment improved this month, countering evidence from another major poll that showed the mood had darkened.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 28, 2026
The police spokesperson said the sky had darkened as a result but the weather made it difficult to determine how much was smoke and how much was clouds.
From Reuters ● Apr. 9, 2023
The sky had darkened and red lantern lights started to glow all over the lake.
From "The Joy Luck Club" by Amy Tan
