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In some senses, cloudy is marked as informal. Watch for register when choosing this word.
VERBS
be
start
The morning started cloudy, but the sun broke through by afternoon.
become
The sky became cloudy after lunch, so we decided to go inside.
remain, stay
The weather remained cloudy throughout the week, so we couldn't see the mountains clearly.
ADV
very
rather, slightly
The weather forecast said it would be slightly cloudy tomorrow, so we decided to go to the beach anyway.
VERBS
be, look
The sky is cloudy this morning, so we might need to bring an umbrella.
become
make sth
Adding soap to the bathwater made it cloudy and white.
ADV
very
rather, slightly
The sky looked slightly cloudy this morning, but the sun came out later.