dark

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That shut down Iran’s network of shadow ships, which for years defied U.S. sanctions on Iran’s substantial oil exports by going dark at sea before clandestinely transferring their cargoes to China.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

I’ve seen too many protagonists skulk down dark hallways, but McCarthy’s version of that shot is so visceral that you feel like he’s really been there.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026

"Going back to the first launch, when it came down the film was then sent back and I opened the dark bag and developed it at Arts University Bournemouth", he says.

From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026

Musk, wearing a dark suit and tie, was asked by one of his lawyers what the lawsuit was about when he took the stand.

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026

Bernadette smiles, then pulls the door open and pushes her into the dark stall.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith