shadows
nounUK /ˈʃædəʊz/
US /ˈʃædoʊz/
Dark shapes made when something blocks the light.
The tree cast long shadows on the grass.
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2. Areas of darkness where light cannot reach.
She waited in the shadows of the doorway.
3. A feeling of sadness or trouble that affects a situation.
A shadow fell over the celebration after the bad news.
4. To follow someone closely and secretly.
The detective shadowed the suspect all afternoon.