Writers often employ "dim gray" as a subtle yet evocative color that marks the threshold between night and day, imbuing their scenes with a quiet, reflective melancholy. For instance, early dawn is frequently rendered in "dim gray" to suggest the hesitant arrival of light—whether it’s the sea’s muted surface [1], a lone figure against a pale backdrop [2], or the hesitant glow that signals a new day [3, 4]. In other texts, this color casts a pall over desolate landscapes and abandoned towns, deepening the sense of isolation and mystery [5, 6]. By using "dim gray" in these contexts, authors create a visual metaphor for transition and uncertainty, inviting readers to pause and reflect on the ambiguous interplay of light and shadow.