illicit darkness

"Illicit darkness" is a metaphorical expression that conveys the idea of secrecy and moral ambiguity often linked to unlawful activities.

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Definition

(metaphorical)A state of secrecy and moral ambiguity associated with unlawful or immoral activities.

The old warehouse was a place of illicit darkness, where dubious deals were made under the cover of night.
Her eyes held an illicit darkness, hinting at secrets she would never reveal.

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