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Rather dark because little light is present, especially near evening.
Natural examples
The dusky hills slowly disappeared behind the mist.
The path grew dusky as the sun set.
The courtyard was duskier than the open square.
Usage note
Dusky describes a dim, shadowy atmosphere; dark is broader and need not imply twilight.
Useful combinations
dusky sky — a sky dimmed by twilight — weak light in the evening