Dark clouds moved swiftly overhead.

Meaning: Dark clouds were moving quickly above.

Choice of Words: Dark means having little or no light, and clouds are the visible masses of water vapor or ice particles suspended in the air. Moved means to change position or location, and swiftly means quickly and without delay. Overhead means above one's head or in the sky.

Alternative Expressions

Related Expressions

• Dark clouds gather quickly overhead.
• Dark clouds gather overhead fast.
• Dark clouds loomed overhead.
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• The pencil moved swiftly across the page.
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