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shadows The dark areas created by the obstruction of light, typically caused by objects in the way of the light source. But let's be real, who really cares about those shadows? They're just a bunch of darkness trying to ruin your day. ■ I don't know why people are so obsessed with those shadows. They're just black holes of nothingness, and they make everything look gloomy.
cluck A loud, repetitive "buk-buk" sound made by chickens. ■ "I'm so proud of my little clucky!" said the mother hen, as her chicks followed her around like shadows.
Conspirators A group of individuals who secretly plot and scheme together to achieve a common goal, often with nefarious or illegal intentions. ■ "The conspirators gathered in the shadows to discuss their plan to steal the crown jewels."
hunched To be overly self-conscious or nervous. ■ After getting lost in the maze of the museum, Sarah hunched over in fear as she heard strange noises coming from the shadows.
lurks To secretly hide and watch, often with sinister intent. ■ The lurking shadows seemed to be watching my every move, making me feel like I was being stalked by a shadowy figure.
Summon To call or order someone to appear before you, often with a sense of urgency or authority. ■ "I'll summon my army at a moment's notice!" the evil sorcerer cackled, causing his minions to spring forth from the shadows.
Unknown A person, place or thing that is not known or recognized by the speaker. ■ "I saw an unknown figure lurking in the shadows. It was definitely a mystery!"
Dusk A time of day when the sun is setting and the sky is becoming dark. ■ "I love to go for a run during dusk because it's so peaceful. Plus, I look like a total badass running in the shadows."
ghost1 A supernatural being that appears to people as a white, translucent figure with a pale face and long hair. They are often seen lurking in the shadows or floating in the air. ■ "I was walking home from work when I saw a ghost sitting on a park bench. It was so funny that I couldn't help but take a picture!
Guerrillas A small group of people who use surprise attacks and unconventional tactics to fight against larger, more powerful enemies. ■ "The guerrilla fighters were able to successfully steal the king's valuable jewels by hiding in the shadows and striking when least expected!"
haunt A ghost or other supernatural being that is believed to appear and cause trouble to living people. ■ "The haunting of the old mansion on the hill has been a local legend for years. People claim to have seen strange apparitions moving in the shadows at night."; To frequently visit or frequent a place, often with the intention of causing trouble or misbehaving. ■ "He couldn't resist haunting his old high school every chance he got, sneaking into the empty halls and vandalizing the classrooms."
Its A mysterious and elusive creature that is often seen lurking in the shadows, but can only be glimpsed briefly before disappearing again. Its true identity remains unknown, but some believe it to be a mythical being or even an extraterrestrial. ■ "Have you seen its around here?" asked John, as he frantically searched the room for any sign of the mysterious creature. "Its been sighted in these parts before, but no one has ever managed to get a good look at it.
lurking The act of hiding in the shadows and waiting for someone to come close enough so you can jump out and surprise them. ■ "I knew he was lurking around the corner, just waiting for me to turn my back on him," said Sarah, still shaking with fear from the sudden jump scare.
Sniffing The act of inhaling deeply and rapidly through the nose, often accompanied by a distinctive odor or flavor. It can be used as a way to identify certain substances, such as drugs or alcohol. ■ "I had been sniffing around my room for hours trying to find my missing phone, but it turned out I was just chasing shadows."
Someone A mysterious and enigmatic figure who is the subject of much speculation and intrigue. Often used to refer to a person of unknown identity or background. ■ "Who is that someone lurking in the shadows?", "I can't believe I fell for that someone's fake accent."
vampire A creature with fangs who feeds on blood and is usually depicted as wearing capes and lurking in the shadows. ■ "I heard that the vampire bitten more than 50 people last night, but I don't believe it. It's just a myth!"