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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
In some cases, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation can occur in patients with deeper skin tones.
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Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 11 Apr. 2026
In the nearly 50 years since it was released, Faces of Death has become something of a cursed object, the kind of movie that gets traded around on old VHS tapes and spoken about in hushed tones on playgrounds and in video stores.
—Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 10 Apr. 2026
The Expanse spanned a lot of different tones and genres, but this series is a lot more compact and focused.
—Sarah Lewin Frasier, Scientific American, 10 Apr. 2026
Its arrival in this sizzling Fire sign shifts the tone from dreamy introversion to active manifestation.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 10 Apr. 2026
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Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 11 Apr. 2026
In the nearly 50 years since it was released, Faces of Death has become something of a cursed object, the kind of movie that gets traded around on old VHS tapes and spoken about in hushed tones on playgrounds and in video stores.
—Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 10 Apr. 2026
The Expanse spanned a lot of different tones and genres, but this series is a lot more compact and focused.
—Sarah Lewin Frasier, Scientific American, 10 Apr. 2026
Its arrival in this sizzling Fire sign shifts the tone from dreamy introversion to active manifestation.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 10 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tone
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Born from the embers of the eighties band Talulah Gosh, Heavenly, led by the singer and guitarist Amelia Fletcher, shuffled forward with her riffy, effervescent playing style, gradually growing more sophisticated across four LPs and an EP, without any loss of buoyancy.—
Hilton Als,
New Yorker,
10 Apr. 2026
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The pop star was photographed in New York City with friends Ashley Avignone and Jerrod Carmichael on Wednesday, April 8, and was seen wearing an elegant look that had bridal style written all over it.—
Michelle Lee,
PEOPLE,
10 Apr. 2026
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Light Fixtures and Shades Use Swiffer dry pads to clean light fixtures as well as fabric and glass shades.—
Maria Sabella,
The Spruce,
7 Apr. 2026
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For an understated look with just a hint of color, baby pink is your perfect shade.—
Emily Kelleher,
InStyle,
7 Apr. 2026
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San Diego startup Neomorph on Monday announced a new $100 million investment for its molecular glue that tricks cancer cells into self-destructing.—
Noelle Harff,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 Apr. 2026
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As Nick and Jacki’s conversations deepen, the line between witness and participant blurs, forcing both to confront what justice demands, what belief requires, and the perilous distance between true freedom and the illusion of self determination.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
13 Apr. 2026
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The device also has an air duster mode.—
Izzy Baskette,
PEOPLE,
12 Apr. 2026
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Our current favorite is the Asus ProArt Display 6K PA32QCV, an Editors' Choice winner, with a 32-inch 6K screen, HDR support, and two Mac-specific color preset modes—and a lower price than the Studio Display.—
Tony Hoffman,
PC Magazine,
11 Apr. 2026
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The exceptionally vivid colors that were a hallmark of their designs led some to wonder whether the Kroffts were influenced by the use of LSD, but Marty Krofft repeatedly denied such speculation.—
Carmel Dagan,
Variety,
13 Apr. 2026
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Fans of Wes Anderson will appreciate this for vibes alone, from the sweet Cat Stevens soundtrack to the autumn in New York color palette.—
Debby Wolfinsohn,
Entertainment Weekly,
13 Apr. 2026
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The Legislature, designed to be a deliberative body, moves slowly by nature, and has through the end of August to send bills to Newsom for his signature or veto.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
9 Apr. 2026
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Review subscriptions and tidy receipts, then update prices or boundaries, because clear values help your compassionate nature avoid overgiving.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
9 Apr. 2026
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In a pink, chandeliered room in the Gilded Age mansion of a dead steel magnate, the past and present melded in a manner that was both unsettling and affirming.—
Emilia Petrarca,
New Yorker,
13 Apr. 2026
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The report concludes with a handful of recommendations aimed at addressing San Diego city finances in a more pragmatic manner.—
Jeff McDonald,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 Apr. 2026
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The space has been painted a serene blue hue yet features whimsical geometric designs on both the floor and ceiling.—
Lindsey Mather,
Architectural Digest,
7 Apr. 2026
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As of late, the company has switched from using steel nanoballs to tell time (like the ones inside Win’s own hourglass, which had a copper hue) to using larger titanium nanoballs.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
7 Apr. 2026
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“Tone.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tone. Accessed 14 Apr. 2026.
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