George Monbiot

New roads carve up the countryside, dispelling peace, creating a penumbra of noise, pollution and ugliness. Their effects spread for many miles.

British Writer

Penumbra refers to a shadow's blurry part, not the darkest area.

Shadow Clarity

Penumbra indicates a gradual change from light to darker shadow.

Light Gradients

During eclipses, 'penumbra' is often mentioned to describe partial shadowing.

Eclipse Understanding

Penumbra can convey something being overshadowed by something else.

Lesser Presence

In a metaphorical sense, penumbra suggests a subtle or indirect effect.

Subtle Influence

In law, penumbra suggests rights inferred by the constitution's spirit.

Implied Rights

Understanding 'penumbra' in legal context requires knowledge of constitutional law principles.

Legal Interpretation

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