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Is the word "shadow" usually used as a plural form?

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Rebecca

"Shadow" is plural usually only when there is more than one object casting a shadow. However in this case, "shadows" is plural when referring to a "shadow" in a very general sense. Ex: He is hiding in the shadows. Ex: There is a spot of light poking through the shadows.

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