from the shadows

Frequency: 8.223.4 per million words

originating or coming out of a dark area

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Examples (10)

  • A mysterious figure emerged from the shadows of the alleyway.
  • The cat watched its prey patiently from the shadows of the bushes.
  • He had been working on the project secretly from the shadows for months.
  • An old enemy resurfaced from the shadows to challenge the hero once again.
  • Support for the underground movement grew steadily from the shadows of society.
  • Suddenly, a chilling voice spoke from the shadows, startling everyone present.
  • She preferred to influence events from the shadows, avoiding any public recognition.
  • The detective sensed someone was watching him intently from the shadows of the park.
  • After years of obscurity, the talented artist finally stepped out from the shadows.
  • The ancient prophecy warned of a dark power rising from the shadows to engulf the world.