darken
verb (used with object)
to make dark or darker.
is darkening
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present progressiveof darken (3rd person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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A cooling job market is darkening that outlook.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 14, 2025
“Many were not here in 2015. You have falafel, shawarma - many shops for Syrian food. It was a comfortable, safe place for Syrians…” But now the mood is darkening.
From BBC ● Nov. 20, 2024
Though spending remains supported by higher wages from a tight labor market, the outlook is darkening.
From Reuters ● Sep. 14, 2023
Although consumer sentiment is darkening, that could be attributed to a number of factors, including the recent failure of three regional banks.
From New York Times ● May 20, 2023
The sky is darkening, but I will keep moving.
From "A Rover's Story" by Jasmine Warga
