The clouds covered the sun briefly.

Meaning: For a short time, the clouds blocked the sun from shining.

Choice of Words: Covered means to put something over something else. Clouds are masses of water vapor in the sky. Sun is the star that provides light and heat to the Earth. Briefly means something lasts for a short time.

Alternative Expressions

Related Expressions

• Sun peeked through clouds briefly.
• Sun peeked through the clouds briefly.
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