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in the dark

ADVERB
without knowledge
Synonyms


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That risks leaving the public more in the dark at a time when inflation and borrowing costs both are concerns, and there’s anxiety around artificial intelligence and the economy.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 12, 2026

Barker has no interest in shining some light on Nikki when keeping his woebegone protagonist in the dark is scarier.

From Salon • Jun. 4, 2026

The public was left in the dark about the agency’s conduct.

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026

County firefighting commanders’ decision-making during the Eaton fire and concluded evacuation alerts were handled properly, even as residents say they were left in the dark.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

She had a feeling Alex mightn’t be very good at rock climbing in the dark.

From "Nim’s Island" by Wendy Orr




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