What is another word for clouding over?
Pronunciation: [klˈa͡ʊdɪŋ ˈə͡ʊvə] (IPA) 
The phrase "clouding over" refers to the gradual or sudden increase of cloud cover in the sky. Synonyms for this phrase include "darkening," "gathering clouds," "overshadowing," and "becoming overcast." "Darkening" indicates the gradual dimming of sunlight due to the increasing cloud cover. "Gathering clouds" is used to describe the clouds that are starting to accumulate in the sky. "Overshadowing" implies that the clouds are beginning to block out the sun, causing the area to become dimmer. "Becoming overcast" indicates that the sky has shifted from a clear or partly cloudy state to a completely cloudy one. All of these synonyms accurately describe the process of "clouding over".
