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as in undertone
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as in signal
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Recent Examples of overtone
Yet for a monarch all too accustomed to Middle East crises, the Oval Office meeting Tuesday was one of the most pivotal of his 25-year reign, despite the friendly overtones.
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Taylor Luck, The Christian Science Monitor, 11 Feb. 2025
This is a romantic day, and relations with others, even casual interactions, might have a flirtatious overtone.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 27 Mar. 2025
There were floral smocks, strapless dresses, oversized jackets and a grunge overtone with messy ‘just got out of bed’ hair.
—Laia Farran Graves, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2025
This artistic overtone continues throughout the grounds — from the bustling lobby area, which doubles as a bookshop and lounge, to the hallways covered in site-specific art and the guest rooms, which nod to Brazilian culture with thoughtful trinkets.
—Dalya Benor, Travel + Leisure, 18 Dec. 2024
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Taylor Luck, The Christian Science Monitor, 11 Feb. 2025
This is a romantic day, and relations with others, even casual interactions, might have a flirtatious overtone.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 27 Mar. 2025
There were floral smocks, strapless dresses, oversized jackets and a grunge overtone with messy ‘just got out of bed’ hair.
—Laia Farran Graves, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2025
This artistic overtone continues throughout the grounds — from the bustling lobby area, which doubles as a bookshop and lounge, to the hallways covered in site-specific art and the guest rooms, which nod to Brazilian culture with thoughtful trinkets.
—Dalya Benor, Travel + Leisure, 18 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for overtone
Noun
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The finish is medium length and fresh, featuring lingering notes of seasoned oak and wood spices, with mellow undertones of vanilla and caramel that fade gracefully.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2025
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Does the brand offer a wide shade range inclusive of consumers with all skin tones and undertones?—
Annie Blay-Tettey,
Allure,
13 May 2025
Noun
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Allowing for correction is a signal that the system is responsive.—
Shiva Chandrashekher,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2025
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Among our brain’s communication signals are neurotransmitters.—
David Oliver,
USA Today,
16 May 2025
Noun
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Webb had just begun her role as an editorial manager for a major fashion brand and remembers feeling a tinge of guilt.—
Jasmine Elise,
Essence,
24 Mar. 2025
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England will leave the Gaddafi Stadium with more than a tinge of regret after posting a very defendable total.—
Tim Ellis,
Forbes,
23 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Titan shows all the characteristics of a planet – including rivers, lakes, clouds, rain and even a salty subsurface ocean.—
Janet Loehrke,
USA Today,
12 May 2025
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Rebecca’s wholehearted characteristics and attributes connect her to the Water sign Pisces, who takes on problems with others due to their absorbance and empathetic nature.—
Lisa Stardust,
People.com,
11 May 2025
Noun
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Comfortable dress shoes are a worthwhile gamble, accenting the tone of the outfit with the rationale of a day spent walking around (sometimes through mud).—
Sam Cohn,
Baltimore Sun,
17 May 2025
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Dickinson shifts the tone in Loachian scenes with a parole officer and later a counselor.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
17 May 2025
Noun
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But the best evidence that everything old is new again was in the ACMs’ new artist picks.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
9 May 2025
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After years of investigation, multiple pieces of physical evidence from the case were sent to a lab for DNA testing in 2021.—
Nicole Acosta,
People.com,
9 May 2025
Noun
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Across the space, lush green hues reflect the country’s fertile landscapes, and gold accents symbolize Ghana’s legacy as a major source of gold.—
Taryn White,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2025
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It’s made of solid wood and comes in multiple hues, including pine, cherry, and black.—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
14 May 2025
Noun
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Fan tokens are high potential crypto assets with real-world utility unlocking real world experiences and rewards for supporters all around the globe.—
Joseph O'Sullivan,
Forbes.com,
8 May 2025
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Ether jumped about 18%, while the token tied to Solana gained 10% and dogecoin rose 12%.—
Tanaya Macheel,
CNBC,
8 May 2025
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“Overtone.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overtone. Accessed 20 May. 2025.
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