dim

Example Sentences

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The lights are dim, and calming classical music plays from built-in speakers.

From Slate • Mar. 30, 2026

There are several laws that limit foreign ownership of American media companies, and U.S. authorities have historically taken a dim view of such deals.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 26, 2026

The prospects of a diplomatic deal ending the war between the U.S. and Iran look dim right now.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026

"As the visible light began to flicker and dim, the infrared light spiked. Which could mean that the material blocking the star is hot -- so hot that it's glowing in the infrared."

From Science Daily • Mar. 11, 2026

I walked around Celia and inside, blinking in the dim light and nodding at Granda.

From "Nory Ryan’s Song" by Patricia Reilly Giff