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as in style
a distinctive way of putting ideas into words
the angry tone of his letter makes it clear he doesn't want to speak to me ever again
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as in shade
a property that becomes apparent when light falls on an object and by which things that are identical in form can be distinguished
fall fashions in deep jewel tones
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as in self
the set of qualities that makes a person, a group of people, or a thing different from others
all that showbiz glitz is out of keeping with the tone of the college
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Recent Examples of tone
The mixed messaging on oil’s future sets an uneasy tone for the next climate summit, COP30, which will kick off in Brazil this week.
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Tim McDonnell, semafor.com, 4 Nov. 2025
The federal judge in Illinois who ordered federal agents to limit aggressive tactics against protesters is known for her stern tone and an extensive career in civil and criminal litigation.
—Dalia Faheid, CNN Money, 4 Nov. 2025
Someone’s tone may rub you the wrong way, or a promise could fall through at the last minute.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 4 Nov. 2025
His tone was, as usual, unyielding and certain.
—Susan Page, USA Today, 4 Nov. 2025
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Tim McDonnell, semafor.com, 4 Nov. 2025
The federal judge in Illinois who ordered federal agents to limit aggressive tactics against protesters is known for her stern tone and an extensive career in civil and criminal litigation.
—Dalia Faheid, CNN Money, 4 Nov. 2025
Someone’s tone may rub you the wrong way, or a promise could fall through at the last minute.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 4 Nov. 2025
His tone was, as usual, unyielding and certain.
—Susan Page, USA Today, 4 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tone
Noun
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Without Jamie Lloyd’s cameras there to do close-ups, Scherzinger played the anti-heroine just a little less for obsessive mania and more for pure Barbra-style butter.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
2 Nov. 2025
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Ahead, find every editor’s go-to airport shoes—a mix of comfort, style, and just the right amount of TSA-friendly swagger.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
2 Nov. 2025
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Snag them in the playful pistachio green shade while sizes are available from XS to XL, or score them in blue or pink with a far more limited size selection.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Nov. 2025
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Why not start things off by repainting the living room—there are many shades that designers absolutely love for their soothing factor.—
Sarah Lyon,
Southern Living,
6 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Unless the category could be brought under control, the excess threatened to self-propagate.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
5 Nov. 2025
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Recently, Weng has co-authored two studies that help ensure smooth motion and self-balance in robots.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
5 Nov. 2025
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The cars will have live humans behind the wheel, but the vehicles will be in autonomous mode.—
Rob Nikolewski,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Nov. 2025
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Chicago's pass rush was in need of a boost long before the injuries, so now, the Bears are in desperation mode on that end.—
Matthew Schmidt,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Nov. 2025
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Each page features full-color illustrations and only a few lines of text, making Xolo an excellent pick for reluctant readers, graphic novel lovers, and kids who’ve just begun to find their way into longer stories.—
Caroline Carlson,
Literary Hub,
3 Nov. 2025
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Fans pointed out that Trudeau's shark suit appeared to be nearly identical in color and style to the costumes worn by Perry's performers.—
Ashley Hume,
FOXNews.com,
2 Nov. 2025
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The most popular images depicting families are centered around nature and farmwork, leaving out indoor bonding activities like sharing meals, getting ready for work and school, playing games and shopping.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
31 Oct. 2025
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Making room for levity is, then, a way of admitting the human—not through the granular and intimate detail that lends Ferrante’s novels their power but through a broader concession to nature.—
Lily Meyer,
The Atlantic,
31 Oct. 2025
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For the Blue Jays, Bichette would be their franchise shortstop in the same manner he's been for the last few years.—
Zach Pressnell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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Once testing is complete, DSS will work closely with our EBT vendor to issue benefits in a timely manner.—
Laura Bauer,
Kansas City Star,
5 Nov. 2025
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Its design blends sculpted carbon fiber with crimson hues, creating a visual symphony that feels alive even at rest.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Nov. 2025
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The house’s signature elegance has been woven into the styles, too, with the quartet showcasing classic silhouettes, subtle hues, and timeless materials that create a quiet luxury feel.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
6 Nov. 2025
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“Tone.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tone. Accessed 7 Nov. 2025.
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