darken

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Their mood tends to darken considerably, leading them to be more likely to sell their stock holdings and less likely to buy.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 18, 2026

Over generations, their skin might darken to block radiation damage as well.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 19, 2026

What might darken your rosy view of markets?

From Barron's • Dec. 18, 2025

Western fence lizards can darken in warmer temperatures, sometimes appearing black in color.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 25, 2025

The light in the fake-Darin’s eyes goes out as quickly as a sun in a storm, and his irises darken into black pits, as if his entire body is filled with shadow.

From "An Ember in the Ashes" by Sabaa Tahir