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as in modes
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 shades
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 natures
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 tones
The campaign, represented by L’Oréal International Distribution (LID) and Global SS Beauty Brands, pays tribute to India’s beloved marigold — an essential part of any celebration — while integrating Armani’s signature red tones to transform the mall’s exterior.
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Mayu Saini, Footwear News, 18 Oct. 2025
Made with gouache and pencil on paper, the work depicts a guitar and several everyday objects, including a bottle and a folded sheet of paper, arranged on a table in soft brown and gray tones.
—Dragana Jovanovic, ABC News, 18 Oct. 2025
One of its core charms is that there’s a lightness at work that balances the dark—Peychaud’s Bitters and Punt e Mes on the bright fruit, Averna playing the low tones, while the apple brandy provides structure, bridging them both together—and the balance is just right.
—Jason O'Bryan, Robb Report, 18 Oct. 2025
This jacket comes in a range of colors, including soft browns and natural tones.
—Rylee Johnston, PEOPLE, 18 Oct. 2025
Beyond Blues introduces non-indigo dye options and versatile customization possibilities, while Airsoft features a fresh palette of luminous mid and light indigo tones, complemented by soft greys and blacks—perfect for spring-summer moods and relaxed silhouettes.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 17 Oct. 2025
Encounters with Skinwalkers are often described in hushed tones, and the belief in their existence persists.
—Tiffany Acosta, AZCentral.com, 17 Oct. 2025
This ensures our testing base spans different skin tones, genders, and dermatological conditions.
—Lily Wohlner, Allure, 10 Oct. 2025
For medium, mauve, berry, and rose tones are especially complementary.
—Grace McCarty, Glamour, 10 Oct. 2025
Mayu Saini, Footwear News, 18 Oct. 2025
Made with gouache and pencil on paper, the work depicts a guitar and several everyday objects, including a bottle and a folded sheet of paper, arranged on a table in soft brown and gray tones.
—Dragana Jovanovic, ABC News, 18 Oct. 2025
One of its core charms is that there’s a lightness at work that balances the dark—Peychaud’s Bitters and Punt e Mes on the bright fruit, Averna playing the low tones, while the apple brandy provides structure, bridging them both together—and the balance is just right.
—Jason O'Bryan, Robb Report, 18 Oct. 2025
This jacket comes in a range of colors, including soft browns and natural tones.
—Rylee Johnston, PEOPLE, 18 Oct. 2025
Beyond Blues introduces non-indigo dye options and versatile customization possibilities, while Airsoft features a fresh palette of luminous mid and light indigo tones, complemented by soft greys and blacks—perfect for spring-summer moods and relaxed silhouettes.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 17 Oct. 2025
Encounters with Skinwalkers are often described in hushed tones, and the belief in their existence persists.
—Tiffany Acosta, AZCentral.com, 17 Oct. 2025
This ensures our testing base spans different skin tones, genders, and dermatological conditions.
—Lily Wohlner, Allure, 10 Oct. 2025
For medium, mauve, berry, and rose tones are especially complementary.
—Grace McCarty, Glamour, 10 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tones
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These flat robots have multiple modes of movement, capable of jumping or crawling at multiple speeds.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
18 Oct. 2025
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The handheld vacuum comes equipped with dual suction modes, which can reach a maximum speed that rivals upright models.—
Toni Sutton,
PEOPLE,
17 Oct. 2025
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Roses had begun to bloom along the fence in four different shades.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
21 Oct. 2025
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Roller shades are a single piece of material that rolls in and out of a tube when pulled up and down over a window.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
21 Oct. 2025
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But, as Walken observes, there was strength in those natures that cemented the foundation of Anne and Jerry's relationships.—
Mekishana Pierre,
Entertainment Weekly,
17 Oct. 2025
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The track seemed to play on Williams’ fandom for the music icon, while also drawing comparisons between their outspoken natures.—
Sophie Williams,
Billboard,
10 Oct. 2025
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Two top event planners share the modern dinner party manners every guest—and host—should know.—
Alesandra Dubin,
Southern Living,
21 Oct. 2025
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Good manners involves consideration for others, which sometimes means not spending too much time thinking about their behavior.—
Judith Martin,
Mercury News,
16 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The set is available in 19 colors, including a rich clay shade ideal for autumn.—
Melody Kazel,
PEOPLE,
24 Oct. 2025
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Sunset Stripes and Suedes The Axon sweater dress is core to the brand, updated each season in new shades of melting colors.—
Madeline Fass,
Vogue,
23 Oct. 2025
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Hough competed against fellow DWTS personalities Bruno Tonioli and Jenna Johnson-Chmerkovskiy in the premiere of Celebrity Wheel of Fortune last month.—
Wesley Stenzel,
Entertainment Weekly,
18 Oct. 2025
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But if the plot is about swapping fortunes, the watches in the movie are about swapping personalities.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
17 Oct. 2025
Noun
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While certain styles are back in stock, a few shades and sizes are already selling out again.—
Rachel Trujillo,
PEOPLE,
23 Oct. 2025
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Aside from the classic pillow design, there are more shapes catered to all sleeping styles, including a crescent design for side and back sleepers and a cutout option for side sleepers.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
22 Oct. 2025
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The full foliage on this fake tree includes realistic needles in blue-green and silvery hues paired with light brown stems, just like an authentic Blue Spruce.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
20 Oct. 2025
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Embrace the rich hues of brown, black, copper, and umber for unique seasonal charm.—
Benjamin Vogt,
Better Homes & Gardens,
20 Oct. 2025
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“Tones.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tones. Accessed 25 Oct. 2025.
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