seem gloomy

Frequency: 7.212.8 per million words

To give the impression of being sad or without hope.

gloomyVERB + ADJECTIVE

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seem

Examples (10)

  • Despite the sunshine, the town still seems gloomy after the factory closed.
  • At first glance, his prospects seem gloomy, but he’s determined to push through.
  • The report seemed gloomy when we read it last night.
  • If the market continues to slide, the outlook will seem increasingly gloomy.
  • Does it seem gloomy in here, or is it just the weather?
  • She tried to smile, but her mood still seemed gloomy.
  • Nothing about the figures should seem gloomy to investors.
  • The corridor seems gloomy without the skylights.
  • I don't want to seem gloomy, but we need a backup plan.
  • Even after the upgrade, their forecast seems gloomy compared to last quarter.