darken
verb (used with object)
to make dark or darker.
will darken
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future tenseof darken.future tense
Used to express actions, events, or states that have not yet occurred but are expected to happen.
Example Sentences
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The lighter one, called the penumbra, will not have too much effect but the umbra, the inner and darker shadow, will darken the Moon.
From BBC ● Sep. 17, 2024
This year’s solar eclipse will darken the sky as it passes over a swath of Mexico, the United States and Canada.
From New York Times ● Mar. 27, 2024
The premier celestial event of the year will be a breathtaking total solar eclipse that will darken the skies for millions of watchers across North America as the moon completely covers the sun.
From National Geographic ● Dec. 6, 2023
For now, the new sugar pine is lighter in color than the older boards, but it will darken over time.
From Seattle Times ● Jan. 25, 2023
All lesser light will darken quite, All lower glories wane; The beautiful of earth will scarce Seem beautiful again!
From Poems with Power to Strengthen the Soul by James Mudge
