Pronunciation: /dɑːrk klaʊd/
noun a visible mass of condensed water vapor floating in the atmosphere, typically high above the ground
A1 I saw a dark cloud in the sky.
A2 The dark cloud blocked out the sun.
B1 The dark cloud looming overhead signaled an incoming storm.
B2 As the dark cloud moved closer, thunder rumbled in the distance.
C1 The dark cloud of uncertainty hung over the future of the project.
C2 The dark cloud of suspicion cast a shadow over the entire investigation.
adjective having little or no light, difficult to see through
A1 The dark cloud covered the sun, making it cooler outside.
A2 She felt a sense of foreboding as the dark cloud loomed overhead.
B1 The dark cloud of uncertainty surrounding the project made everyone nervous.
B2 The dark cloud of suspicion hanging over him was finally lifted when the truth came out.
C1 The dark cloud of corruption in the government was finally exposed by investigative journalists.
C2 The dark cloud of war loomed on the horizon, casting a shadow over the peaceful country.
formal The dark cloud overhead indicated that a storm was approaching.
informal I knew it was going to rain when I saw that dark cloud.
slang When I saw that dark cloud, I knew it was about to pour.
figurative The dark cloud of uncertainty hung over their relationship.
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