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tones

noun

plural of tone

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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achromatisms

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 Nordic drama is still often associated internationally with crime, darker tones and a certain visual restraint. — Marta Balaga, Variety, 14 Oct. 2026 Designed by notable furniture and interior designer Yabu Pushelberg (whose projects also include JW Marriott Hotel Tokyo), rooms are awash in warm gray tones and feature upholstered linen beds. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Oct. 2026 The format treats skin tones differently than digital IMAX, finding more warmth while also playing up the blue-gray pallor that extends the often chilly cinematography. — Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 12 Oct. 2026 The analysts strike similar tones, expecting resilient third-quarter results before risks to lower-income consumers from inflation and higher rates show up into 2027. — Jim Cramer, CNBC, 12 Oct. 2026 Neutral tones should look for neutral or balanced beige foundations. — Audrey Noble, Vogue, 11 Oct. 2026 Instead of lace-up flats, the actress opted for a pair of strappy Christian Louboutin pumps in a metallic shade that only augmented the warm tones of the Monse design. — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 9 Oct. 2026 The coffee shop’s interior is inspired by a classic New York corner store with warm tones and elevated lighting, according to the release. — Kansas City Star, 9 Oct. 2026 That paper, called EquiOx, was intended to help researchers understand why pulse oximeters overestimated blood oxygen levels in patients with darker skin tones. — Anil Oza, STAT, 6 Oct. 2026

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Noun

Virtual try-on is spilling out of beta and into real shopping carts, with supermarket kiosks, iOS apps and AI search modes all racing to show you how a garment, frame or ring will actually look.

— Lauren Schuster, Kansas City Star, 12 Oct. 2026
The Kiwi Wellness Eye Massager adds massage modes and Bluetooth audio, sitting closer to a lifestyle gadget than a therapeutic device.

— Samantha Agate, Sacbee.com, 12 Oct. 2026

Definition of modes

Noun

All 150 king rooms have private terraces, with pale woods and décor in cool taupe shades, while some of the suites have plunge pools, private gardens or two bedrooms.

— Siobhan Grogan, TheWeek, 12 Oct. 2026
Postwar Hiroshima was a popular setting for these movie gangsters, who fought dirty, had no use for the old ceremonies, and wore flashy suits and aviator shades.

— Ian Buruma, New Yorker, 12 Oct. 2026

Definition of shades

Noun

Dark matter and dark energy, also not yet directly observed, together are the source of the vast majority of energy in the universe, but their physical natures are unknown.

— Don Figer, The Conversation, 27 Aug. 2026
Create characters built around lifepaths, natures, clan traits, and merits.

— Jennifer Maas, Variety, 30 July 2026

Definition of natures

Noun

Leaning into its history, Kessler has outfitted the hotel with installations that channel the Jurassic period, including life size dinosaur skeletons and fossils, backlit in a range of bright colors, displayed throughout the walls.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Oct. 2026
While pieces fashioned from metal, including brass and iron, are an obvious choice, the motif can also take shape in bright colors, swirling abstract glass, or more vampy furniture–see, House of Hackney’s black velvet chair.

— Hannah Coates, Vogue, 10 Oct. 2026

Definition of colors

Noun

To outlast the best and bring Street Fighter to the big screen, stunt coordinator John Valera paid close attention to the combat styles in the video game.

— Glenn Garner, Deadline, 11 Oct. 2026
The styles of the regency era pulled heavily from the classics, referencing the soft, romantic texture of Greek goddesses.

— Elle Turner, Glamour, 11 Oct. 2026

Definition of styles

Noun

The Grammy winner's makeup, by makeup artist Dee, was a fun, colorful mix of hues, including cerulean blue, daffodil yellow, and orchid pink, with a brighter pink applied high up on her cheekbones and buffed out to her temples.

— Kara Nesvig, Allure, 12 Oct. 2026
The five key shades were selected from Coloro’s library of more than 3,500 hues.

— Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 12 Oct. 2026

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