pitch-dark
Americanadjective
adjective
Other Word Forms
- pitch-darkness noun
Etymology
Origin of pitch-dark
First recorded in 1820–30
Example Sentences
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David L. Ulin had the idea for his pitch-dark new L.A. noir novel, ‘Thirteen Question Method,’ decades ago.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 2, 2024
There are solid, sensible reasons for "saving daylight," like for women who feel much safer going for an after-work run when it's not pitch-dark outside.
From Salon • Nov. 3, 2022
The group is bringing a sense of Mukuru to comfortable Kassel: a pitch-dark tunnel filled with Nairobi street sounds will lead visitors into the main exhibition space, the Documenta Halle.
From New York Times • Jun. 10, 2022
A nicely arranged bouquet of flowers can brighten up a bedside table, while an Edible Arrangement must huddle in the pitch-dark fridge.
From Slate • Apr. 28, 2022
They moved in the pitch-dark through the trees, guided by torchlight.
From "Impossible Creatures" by Katherine Rundell
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