darkly
/ˈdɑrkli/
adverb
- In a way that is dark, gloomy, or threatening; with a lack of light or hope.
- She spoke darkly about the future of the company.
- He stared darkly at the mess on the floor.
- The sky darkened darkly before the tornado hit.
- In a mysterious or sinister manner.
- The old house loomed darkly at the end of the street.
- He hinted darkly that there was more to the story.
- The villain laughed darkly as he revealed his plan.
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