Gathering Clouds

Synonyms of gathering clouds

• darkening skies
• approaching storm
• ominous weather

Antonyms of gathering clouds

• clear skies
• sunny weather
• bright day

Collocations of gathering clouds

storm clouds

Frequency: 80 %

The gathering storm clouds painted a dramatic scene in the sky.

ominous clouds

Frequency: 70 %

The ominous clouds gathered in the sky, signaling an approaching storm.

dark clouds

Frequency: 65 %

As the sun set, dark clouds began to gather overhead.

ominous skies

Frequency: 60 %

The gathering clouds created an ominous atmosphere in the skies above.

thick clouds

Frequency: 50 %

The thick clouds obscured the sun, casting a shadow over the landscape.

Idiomatic Expressions for gathering clouds

• Phrase: the gathering clouds of war
  Meaning: indicating the approach or escalation of conflict or hostility
  Usage: The leaders were concerned about the gathering clouds of war between the two countries.