overtones

plural of overtone

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for overtones
Noun
  • As a professor of science education, one of my goals while preparing future teachers is to introduce them to the characteristics of scientific knowledge and how it is developed.
    Ryan Summers, The Conversation, 3 Oct. 2025
  • Typical eldest daughter characteristics include being responsible, independent, empathic, caring, a perfectionist, stressed and anxious, the Cleveland Clinic notes.
    Madeline Mitchell, USA Today, 3 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • With its sleek, wedge midsole, signature ‘fang’ toebox, and rich autumnal hues of navy and brown, the design channels a retro ’70s vibe.
    Mecca Pryor, Essence, 6 Oct. 2025
  • Last year, Kardashians decorations took a spookier turn, with the reality star’s house being decorated with creepy floating ghosts, witches brooms and piles of pumpkins in shades of traditional orange — plus green, white and hues of brown — and covered in sprawling vines.
    Kirsty Hatcher, PEOPLE, 6 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Smith said there were times when the Eagles receivers didn’t catch Hurts’ pre-snap signals.
    Brooks Kubena, New York Times, 6 Oct. 2025
  • In the meantime, CEOs can find signals that point to a weakening employment from private data sources.
    Diane Brady, Fortune, 6 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • After all, the moody duet features the gorgeously contrasting tones of Bon Iver's Justin Vernon with Swift's more delicate vocals as the two portray exes who are parsing what went wrong in their relationship.
    Lauren Huff, Entertainment Weekly, 4 Oct. 2025
  • For example, swapping silver and white for gold and brass is one way of easily bringing in warm fall tones.
    Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Also, research has shown this seasoning has antioxidant qualities.
    Susan Selasky, Freep.com, 4 Oct. 2025
  • Reviewers love its texture, temperature-regulating qualities, and its suitability for all seasons.
    Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 3 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Monica Hooper is an award-winning features writer specializing in entertainment news for Northwest Arkansas and the River Valley.
    Dustin Staggs, Arkansas Online, 6 Oct. 2025
  • The cabin-style home’s external features are just as impressive as what’s inside, too.
    Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 6 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • The American Culture Quiz is a weekly test of our unique national traits, trends, history and people, including current events and the sights and sounds of the United States.
    Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 5 Oct. 2025
  • The lab tech was talking about thinking, feeling creatures with human-like traits.
    Ron Arias, PEOPLE, 5 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Known to relieve nausea and bloating, ginger contains antioxidants with anti-inflammatory properties.
    Susan Selasky, Freep.com, 4 Oct. 2025
  • In fact, taking stock of your insurance is a great place to start, said Elizabeth Hausler, founder and former CEO of Build Change, a global nonprofit that helps homeowners make their properties more resilient.
    Andrea Riquier, USA Today, 3 Oct. 2025
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“Overtones.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overtones. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.

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