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Vocabulary Entry
overcasting
|verb • noun • adjective
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verb
The act of casting or covering over something, especially in reference to clouds blocking sunlight.
Example Sentences
"The sky was overcasting, making it impossible to see the stars."
"As the day went on, the bright sun was overcasting with dark clouds."
"The weather forecast predicted rain due to overcasting conditions."
N
noun
The act of casting over or something that covers or obscures.
Example Sentences
"The overcasting of the sun by clouds resulted in a cool breeze."
"We enjoyed the overcasting during our hike as it prevented overheating."
"The overcasting in the evening made for a dramatic sunset."
A
adjective
Describing a state where something is covered or obscured, often referring to the sky.
Example Sentences
"The overcasting sky hinted at a storm approaching."
"His mood was overcasting after hearing the disappointing news."
"The landscape appeared dull under the overcasting light of the morning."