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as in undertone
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Recent Examples of overtone
There is no religious overtone.
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John Wisely, Freep.com, 1 Oct. 2025
As streamers have shown reluctance to take on films with even mild political overtones and traditional theatrical exhibitors shy away from docs entirely, DIY has become an increasingly popular strategy for producers who want to get their film seen.
—Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 11 Sep. 2025
Not only were the overtones present, but the pattern of pitch and decay matched predictions for the black hole's mass and spin derived using the general theory of relativity.
—Jennifer Ouellette, ArsTechnica, 11 Sep. 2025
Yet critics warn of potential neo-colonial overtones and the risk of long-term backlash.
—Güney Yıldız, Forbes.com, 18 July 2025
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John Wisely, Freep.com, 1 Oct. 2025
As streamers have shown reluctance to take on films with even mild political overtones and traditional theatrical exhibitors shy away from docs entirely, DIY has become an increasingly popular strategy for producers who want to get their film seen.
—Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 11 Sep. 2025
Not only were the overtones present, but the pattern of pitch and decay matched predictions for the black hole's mass and spin derived using the general theory of relativity.
—Jennifer Ouellette, ArsTechnica, 11 Sep. 2025
Yet critics warn of potential neo-colonial overtones and the risk of long-term backlash.
—Güney Yıldız, Forbes.com, 18 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for overtone
Noun
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Foundation Rock also highlights her relationship with other protective deities, consistently linking her power to myths and the spiritual undertone of water.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
25 Oct. 2025
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Simply find your wood's undertone on the wheel and look across for its opposite.—
Monika Biegler Eyers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 Oct. 2025
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The victories are seen by many analysts and political figures as a signal that Democrats have regained momentum after losses in the 2024 election cycle—while some Republican voices warn of growing disconnection from core voters.—
Deputy News Editor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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His remarks come as China sends new signals on its crypto ambitions.—
Yeo Boon Ping,
CNBC,
6 Nov. 2025
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The mocha was cloying, the caramel not salty enough, and both had an all-too-present tinge of monk fruit.—
Adam Campbell-Schmitt,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
23 Oct. 2025
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The reddish tinge elevates almost any other tones it's paired with, from browns and beiges to a high contrast blue.—
Nuria Luis,
Glamour,
18 Oct. 2025
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Published in Aerospace Science and Technology, the study describes that the Accurate prediction of aerodynamic drag characteristics across a wide range of wing-body configurations is crucial in the early design stages of transonic commercial transport aircraft.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
7 Nov. 2025
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Customers see a different look, feel, color, drape and other characteristics of an apparel product.—
Raj Dhiman,
Sourcing Journal,
6 Nov. 2025
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With a more silver-forward tone than the other evergreen-heavy garlands on this list, Pottery Barn’s faux juniper option is sure to provide a welcome contrast from the rest of your holiday decor.—
Kate McGregor,
Architectural Digest,
5 Nov. 2025
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The neutral tones and organic elements of the hotel’s 349 rooms and suites soothe the spirit and mirror the otherworldly atmosphere of the Riviera Maya.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
5 Nov. 2025
Noun
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In many cases, those determinations simply cannot be made until court cases begin, and evidence relating to the suspect's background and planning are publicly available.—
NPR,
NPR,
25 Oct. 2025
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Furthermore, when colonizers attempted to burn all evidence of Nkrumah’s time as a revolutionary leader, Hesse snuck his reels out of Ghana, and into a London vault, where the footage has spent decades inside, waiting to be digitized.—
Marcus Jones,
IndieWire,
25 Oct. 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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What begins as a token of possession becomes, when Rose releases it to the sea, a monument to lost love and freedom.—
Lilah Ramzi,
Vogue,
25 Oct. 2025
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Your $1 bet will instantly unlock your 20 100 percent profit boost tokens.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Oct. 2025
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“Overtone.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overtone. Accessed 8 Nov. 2025.
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