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darkness

[dahrk-nis] / ˈdɑrk nɪs /




NOUN
lack of awareness
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Plants grown in light had much stronger adhesion between these layers than those grown in darkness.

From Science Daily • Apr. 13, 2026

According to Plutarch, writing nearly five centuries later: “The sun was eclipsed and as darkness descended, everyone was struck with terror, thinking it a portent.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

“The Drama” understands that violence thrives in darkness and that the fear of being judged is what keeps those experiencing difficult, extreme emotions from talking about them.

From Salon • Apr. 9, 2026

“One Shining Moment” is another man’s darkness, and so it was that after Michigan’s 69-63 title victory over UConn Monday night, Mara unwittingly milked his co-starring role in the tournament’s annual music video compilation.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

The moonlight came through the windows, and my eyes slowly adjusted to the darkness.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu




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