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/ˈdɑːkə/
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/ˈdɑrkər/
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I grabbed
in the dark
for a hold-to, and luckily seized the roots of a willow.
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general
в темноте
В месте, где нет света; здесь выражение употреблено буквально.
The Yeoman Adventurer
"The Yeoman Adventurer" by George W. Gough is a historical novel likely written in the early 20th century. The story unfolds through the experiences of Oliver Wheatman, a yeoman, as he navigates life in a tumultuous period marked by the Jacobite uprisings, personal ambition, and romantic entanglements. The novel delves into themes of bravery, identity, and the quest for adventure against a backdrop of deep social and political upheaval. The opening of the book introduces Oliver Wheatman as he reflects on his life in a rural setting, immediately exposing his longing for adventure and the complexities of his relationships, especially with a character named Kate and her brother Jack Dobson, a soldier. As he witnesses soldiers marching and grapples with feelings of inadequacy, his fate intertwines with that of a captivating woman, Mistress Margaret Waynflete, who is entangled in the Jacobite cause. The chapter sets up a series of events where violence and danger emerge, ultimately leading Oliver to rescue Mistress Waynflete, and shapes the thrilling and romantic quest that defines the narrative.
The
darker
side of western modernity
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postcolonial
тёмный
В выражении «тёмная экология» слово «тёмный» употреблено метафорически, а не обозначает отсутствие света.
Environmental Humanities in India
This collection examines environmental questions in India through literature, culture, Indigenous knowledge and the arts. Its essays explore relationships between people and landscapes, conservation, ecological justice and representations of environmental change.
Then after a pause he said, “But may I ask if you have been standing out here
in the dark
only to resume our little argument?”
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general
в темноте
В месте без света; здесь голос слышен, когда вокруг темно.
The Man Who Was Thursday: A Nightmare
"The Man Who Was Thursday: A Nightmare" by G. K. Chesterton is a philosophical novel with elements of adventure and satire, written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around the enigmatic character Gabriel Syme, a police detective who infiltrates a group of anarchists in London to uncover their plans and identities. As the narrative unfolds, it explores complex themes of order, chaos, and the nature of evil, often through witty dialogue and absurd situations that challenge conventional thinking. At the start of the novel, readers are introduced to the suburb of Saffron Park, with its colorful and eccentric inhabitants, primarily poets and artists. One evening, during a striking sunset, the anarchistic poet Lucian Gregory meets Gabriel Syme, who surprises him with bold arguments in favor of law and order, challenging Gregory's views. Their conversation escalates into a duel of ideologies when Gregory reveals his deep commitment to anarchism, which leads to a confrontation between the two. In a twist of fate, Syme's true identity as a detective is disclosed, and as he joins the anarchists disguised as one of them, the stage is set for a profound exploration of the philosophical conflict between chaos and structure in society.
Sullivan (2016) uses the term “
Dark Pastoral
” to refer to literary works that refuse “to separate our green dreams from the material manifestations of the new toxic nature.”
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literature
тёмная пастораль
мрачная пастораль
Литературный тип изображения, связывающий идеализированные зелёные пейзажи с экологическим ущербом и материальной реальностью.
Environmental Humanities in India
This collection examines environmental questions in India through literature, culture, Indigenous knowledge and the arts. Its essays explore relationships between people and landscapes, conservation, ecological justice and representations of environmental change.
I don't want to choose a cue just because its title sounds cheerful or
dark
.
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music
мрачный
Употребляется в переносном смысле для описания настроения музыкального фрагмента, а не физической темноты.
The Umbrella at the Door
The Umbrella at the Door — complete contextual material in English.
the whole street had been
dark
for a week
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infrastructure
неосвещённый
тёмный
На улице было темно, потому что освещение не работало.
Closed on the Screen, Dark on the Street
A complete original case with dialogue, evidence and a bounded outcome.
At 18:05, Lina noticed a
dark patch
on her kitchen ceiling.
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housing
тёмное пятно
Тёмная область на поверхности; здесь она указывает на след от воды на потолке или стене.
The Stain Has Started Dripping
Report a changing leak from a safe location, answer short follow-up questions and hand over observations without diagnosing the cause.
The display went
dark
after I used the power button, so E17 is not visible now.
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appliance
погасший
не светящийся
Описывает дисплей после отключения питания машины.
The Washer Stops at Six Minutes
A complete fictional case file from the first appliance report through clarification, incident recording, appointment negotiation, and final access confirmation.
The display went
dark
after I used the power button, so E17 is not visible now.
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electronics
погасший
не горит
Описывает дисплей после отключения питания.
The Washer Stops at Six Minutes
A complete fictional case file from the first appliance report through clarification, incident recording, appointment negotiation, and final access confirmation.
A
dark patch
is visible behind the van, but the witness cannot confirm whether it is water, oil, or a shadow.
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safety
тёмное пятно
Тёмная область, замеченная на изображении или на месте происшествия, причина или материал которой пока неизвестны.
Moorfield Ring Road: Witness Record
A fictional case record containing the facts and documents for the project.
The switch is closed and the supply display is normal, but the red LED is
dark
.
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electronics
не горящий
не светящийся
Описывает наблюдаемое состояние светодиода и служит симптомом, который исследуют.
The LED Is Dark, but the Supply Is Live
Original evidence-led technical case for Explaining Why an LED Circuit Does Not Work.
“No,” said the policeman placidly, “he has a fancy for always sitting in a
pitch-dark room
.
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general
совершенно тёмная комната
кромешно тёмная комната
Комната, в которой почти совсем нет света.
The Man Who Was Thursday: A Nightmare
"The Man Who Was Thursday: A Nightmare" by G. K. Chesterton is a philosophical novel with elements of adventure and satire, written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around the enigmatic character Gabriel Syme, a police detective who infiltrates a group of anarchists in London to uncover their plans and identities. As the narrative unfolds, it explores complex themes of order, chaos, and the nature of evil, often through witty dialogue and absurd situations that challenge conventional thinking. At the start of the novel, readers are introduced to the suburb of Saffron Park, with its colorful and eccentric inhabitants, primarily poets and artists. One evening, during a striking sunset, the anarchistic poet Lucian Gregory meets Gabriel Syme, who surprises him with bold arguments in favor of law and order, challenging Gregory's views. Their conversation escalates into a duel of ideologies when Gregory reveals his deep commitment to anarchism, which leads to a confrontation between the two. In a twist of fate, Syme's true identity as a detective is disclosed, and as he joins the anarchists disguised as one of them, the stage is set for a profound exploration of the philosophical conflict between chaos and structure in society.
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