sinister shadow

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a shadow that seems evil or threatening

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Examples (10)

  • A sinister shadow crept across the moonlit path.
  • The old house cast a sinister shadow over the entire village.
  • He felt a sinister shadow of doubt fall over his hopes.
  • From the corner of his eye, he saw a sinister shadow move in the alley.
  • The dictator's regime cast a long, sinister shadow over the country.
  • Even in daylight, the abandoned factory had a sinister shadow about it.
  • A sinister shadow of war loomed on the horizon.
  • She couldn't shake the feeling that a sinister shadow was following her.
  • The detective noted the sinister shadow of the culprit in the security footage.
  • Despite the bright sunshine, a sinister shadow seemed to cling to the ancient ruins.