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Recent Examples of undertone
The result is a rich, iridescent bronze with a slight purple undertone—the perfect way to winterize a traditionally summery shade.
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Grace McCarty, Glamour, 15 Jan. 2026
But now, without its beloved owner, an undertone of lifelessness lingers.
—Zareen Syed, Chicago Tribune, 13 Jan. 2026
With a cast that’s equal parts Tarantino regulars and new (but famous) faces like Walton Goggins and Jennifer Jason Leigh, the pleasures of a Tarantino movie are all present here, but with an undertone that’s, well, hateful.
—Katie Rife, Entertainment Weekly, 12 Jan. 2026
Foundation Rock also highlights her relationship with other protective deities, consistently linking her power to myths and the spiritual undertone of water.
—Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 25 Oct. 2025
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Grace McCarty, Glamour, 15 Jan. 2026
But now, without its beloved owner, an undertone of lifelessness lingers.
—Zareen Syed, Chicago Tribune, 13 Jan. 2026
With a cast that’s equal parts Tarantino regulars and new (but famous) faces like Walton Goggins and Jennifer Jason Leigh, the pleasures of a Tarantino movie are all present here, but with an undertone that’s, well, hateful.
—Katie Rife, Entertainment Weekly, 12 Jan. 2026
Foundation Rock also highlights her relationship with other protective deities, consistently linking her power to myths and the spiritual undertone of water.
—Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 25 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for undertone
Noun
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That psychedelic wash of overtone-rich sound that ripples through the chorus of Donovan’s 1968 hit?—
Zach Schonfeld,
Pitchfork,
30 Jan. 2026
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The economic and political overtones of the portraits feel as relevant today as ever.—
Leah Dolan,
CNN Money,
14 Jan. 2026
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To listen to these quiet galactic whispers, scientists need the right tools.—
Paul Sutter,
Space.com,
11 Feb. 2026
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At first the room was silent, but then a ripple of whispers spread.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
11 Feb. 2026
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The result is a rich, smooth dip with a tinge of sweetness.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Feb. 2026
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The experience promises to be bracingly new, chaotic, and exciting, but there was inevitably a melancholy tinge to this year’s edition, which became, in effect—and affect—an eleven-day farewell.—
Justin Chang,
New Yorker,
31 Jan. 2026
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On Wednesday morning, amid rumors swirling online about who could be involved, Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos said investigators still had not identified a suspect or person of interest.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Feb. 2026
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Powell said being mentioned in trade rumors is almost a badge of honor, indicating that you’re valued.—
Adam Lichtenstein,
Sun Sentinel,
5 Feb. 2026
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But by the time of Pretti’s killing – and with public anger rising – the tone of state officials hardened, promising a serious inquiry, whatever the challenges.—
Andy Rose,
CNN Money,
7 Feb. 2026
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The rooms The 87 rooms are designed by Cristina Matos, who chose subtle tones—such as beiges, whites, and greens—with notes of color in the wallpaper and carpets, all of which allude to fauna and flora, and artistic ceilings.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Feb. 2026
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Darker, more vibrant hues, such as deep purple, red or bright orange, signal more protective plant compounds.—
Deirdre Bardolf,
FOXNews.com,
10 Feb. 2026
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An orange hue illuminated an otherwise dark stage nestled in a CBS lot in Studio City.—
Itzel Luna,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Feb. 2026
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That’s because its products both treat nails and offer a subtle tint or shimmer.—
Renée Reardin,
InStyle,
7 Feb. 2026
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Allen was driving on Eight Mile Road in Detroit when she was stopped for traffic violations that included a window tint and an obscured license plate, her lawsuit said.—
Paula Wethington,
CBS News,
5 Feb. 2026
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“Undertone.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/undertone. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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