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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
Yet years ago as Black women became more visible in film and TV, no one was equipped to work with their hair or skin tone.
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Stephen Schaefer, Boston Herald, 28 Mar. 2025
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Winona’s estriol cream includes tretinoin to smooth out lines and wrinkles while evening your skin tone; meanwhile, the estriol is designed to tighten and plump your skin.
—Korin Miller, Flow Space, 28 Mar. 2025
Both Brown’s husband and her father-in-law opted for casual attire, wearing crewneck T-shirts in dark tones.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 28 Mar. 2025
With optional features such as skin tone, hair color, glasses, mustache, freckles and appropriate military branch uniform, the dolls can be ordered to look like the parent.
—Elizabeth Marie Himchak, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Mar. 2025
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Stephen Schaefer, Boston Herald, 28 Mar. 2025
Winona Estriol Cream with Tretinoin $150 for three months Buy Now
Winona’s estriol cream includes tretinoin to smooth out lines and wrinkles while evening your skin tone; meanwhile, the estriol is designed to tighten and plump your skin.
—Korin Miller, Flow Space, 28 Mar. 2025
Both Brown’s husband and her father-in-law opted for casual attire, wearing crewneck T-shirts in dark tones.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 28 Mar. 2025
With optional features such as skin tone, hair color, glasses, mustache, freckles and appropriate military branch uniform, the dolls can be ordered to look like the parent.
—Elizabeth Marie Himchak, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tone
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Beyond fashion deals, the shop’s charm is the cross-generational style advice dispensed by both women.—
Amy Tara Koch,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2025
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And, of course, Lynch's visionary style — ever so risky, strange, and deliberately confusing — set a new standard for the medium.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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Her love of the shade doesn't just date back to Wicked's release, though.—
Starr Bowenbank,
People.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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Hope: Ultimately, the protests suggest the possibility that, eventually, an overwhelming majority of Palestinians will never again allow themselves to be ruled by revanchist tyrants of any shade.—
Bret Stephens,
Mercury News,
4 Apr. 2025
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Christina Ricci is calling the fashion police on her younger self.—
Lauren Huff,
EW.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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Here, 19 Forbes Coaches Council members share strategies introverted leaders can use to effectively manage teams while remaining their authentic selves.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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When this mode isn’t engaged, the 3’s weight becomes more apparent.—
Trinity Francis,
Forbes.com,
31 Mar. 2025
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Adding those in will reveal a private lounge experience that is likely to make many reconsider their Cadillac Escalade, Lincoln Navigator or Chevrolet Suburban as their mode of transportation to award shows and beyond.—
Ron Estes,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2025
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Customers love the softness of the gray material, specifically, which is reportedly softer than the velvety finish of the other colors.—
Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Apr. 2025
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The plant that inspired such devotion is a beautiful if delicate shrub, with small white flowers and fruits the size and color of rubies.—
Wade Davis,
Rolling Stone,
6 Apr. 2025
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The PJs are made with 95 percent viscose from bamboo, a fabric known for its soft, breathable nature.—
Brendan Morrow,
USA Today,
30 Mar. 2025
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Now considered a cult classic in some circles, the film did not win over critics with its exploitive nature.—
Chris Yogerst,
HollywoodReporter,
30 Mar. 2025
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The family of a woman who was strangled to death last year during a conjugal visit with her husband at a Northern California prison has called for reforms after a second woman was killed in a similar manner.—
Summer Lin,
Los Angeles Times,
29 Mar. 2025
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Economists say the size and manner in which the tariffs are being handled were detrimental to economic growth.—
Lucia Mutikani,
USA Today,
28 Mar. 2025
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The Glasses’ collection features three color stories, neutral tones inspired by the siblings’ homeland; the red and black hues recalling Navajo dyeing techniques, and indigo.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
8 Apr. 2025
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Designers share decorating tips and advice for adding this springy, bold hue to your home decor.—
Kristina McGuirk,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Apr. 2025
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“Tone.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tone. Accessed 13 Apr. 2025.
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