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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
For example, cedar and redwood create a stunning visual appeal with their warm red and orange tones.
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Tessa Cooper, The Spruce, 13 May 2026
The dulcet tones of that thick Irish accent are perfectly intelligible over the phone, THR puts to him.
—Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 13 May 2026
Also from the Distinctive series, the Yorkshire showcases navy cabinetry complemented by white and natural wood tones.
—Pulte Homes, Miami Herald, 11 May 2026
The sleeveless gown included thigh-high slits at the sides and was crafted with ornate embroidery in jeweled tones of green and blue.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 11 May 2026
This Kaimimei button-down and palazzo pant set in stunning jewel-tones has that wow factor that is perfect for Italy.
—Nneya Richards, Travel + Leisure, 11 May 2026
The collar then uses tones, vibrations and optional static corrections to keep your dog within those bounds.
—Rachel Cortez, USA Today, 11 May 2026
Bieber did away with the stark, black finishes, replacing everything with soft fabrics in sand and cream tones, and hanging a brand sign on a mirror in the entryway—perfect for snapping selfies with Rhode’s viral lip-balm-holding phone case.
—Lucy Feldman, Time, 6 May 2026
In the task involving different tones, the researchers found that individual hippocampal neurons discriminated between standard and unexpected tones by making their response to the latter progressively more distinct.
—Jacek Krywko, Scientific American, 6 May 2026
Tessa Cooper, The Spruce, 13 May 2026
The dulcet tones of that thick Irish accent are perfectly intelligible over the phone, THR puts to him.
—Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 13 May 2026
Also from the Distinctive series, the Yorkshire showcases navy cabinetry complemented by white and natural wood tones.
—Pulte Homes, Miami Herald, 11 May 2026
The sleeveless gown included thigh-high slits at the sides and was crafted with ornate embroidery in jeweled tones of green and blue.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 11 May 2026
This Kaimimei button-down and palazzo pant set in stunning jewel-tones has that wow factor that is perfect for Italy.
—Nneya Richards, Travel + Leisure, 11 May 2026
The collar then uses tones, vibrations and optional static corrections to keep your dog within those bounds.
—Rachel Cortez, USA Today, 11 May 2026
Bieber did away with the stark, black finishes, replacing everything with soft fabrics in sand and cream tones, and hanging a brand sign on a mirror in the entryway—perfect for snapping selfies with Rhode’s viral lip-balm-holding phone case.
—Lucy Feldman, Time, 6 May 2026
In the task involving different tones, the researchers found that individual hippocampal neurons discriminated between standard and unexpected tones by making their response to the latter progressively more distinct.
—Jacek Krywko, Scientific American, 6 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tones
Noun
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In the hands of almost any other novelist, this baroque profusion of forms, modes, and registers would achieve nothing more than confusion.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
14 May 2026
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In tests using an ex vivo pig stomach model, the robot demonstrated that different motion modes were essential for navigating complex internal structures.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
14 May 2026
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Glittering in its design, the black panther was accentuated and highlighted by wisps of sheer fabric that flowed from the waistline of the dress to the arrival carpet, in shades of black and gray.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
17 May 2026
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Gary, meanwhile, is a creature of the city in slick suits and a Mercedes, a divorced former cop who now leverages his old connections for vague, lucrative work that may not ever cross over into the explicitly illicit, but that definitely involves shades of gray.—
Alison Willmore,
Vulture,
17 May 2026
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These observations suggest that small, mysterious moons with surprisingly different natures are the source of the particles that make up the two outermost rings, and that there are probably even more undiscovered moons to add to the 29 already known around Uranus.—
Keith Cooper,
Space.com,
22 Apr. 2026
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Last month, a Los Angeles jury found social media giants Meta and Google failed to warn children about the addictive natures of their platforms.—
Drew Aunkst,
CBS News,
21 Apr. 2026
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Whether that was Florida officials flying into Oxford for a visit during a bye-week, or Kiffin engaging with LSU officials in different manners over the final few weeks of the Rebels' regular season.—
Trey Wallace OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
18 May 2026
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Over the course of 18 months, Jackie and Laura will coach Natty on all the necessary skills to become a big-league service dog, including good manners and basic cues, all while maintaining a healthy diet on food provided by program partner, Eukanuba.—
Drew Pittock,
USA Today,
12 May 2026
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This would be an entertaining video to show up on your doom scroll late at night, seeing how paint colors can be mixed and matched to present the color of your opponent, but two and a half minutes of this?—
Jon Root OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
16 May 2026
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Anrabess Short-Sleeve A-Line Maxi Dress Available in 26 colors, this A-line dress is an easy choice for your upcoming summer getaway.—
Mia Huelsbeck,
PEOPLE,
16 May 2026
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While challenges to Putin’s rule are still few and far between, the discontent in Russian society — from online personalities with large social media followings to normally robotic-like supporters in the Russian political system — is beginning to bubble up.—
Daniel DePetris,
Twin Cities,
15 May 2026
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Their personas were their personalities.—
Lily Moayeri,
SPIN,
15 May 2026
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Best Quince Petite Travel Styles A new season always brings me new travel adventures—along with effortless styles from Quince to match.—
Destinee Scott,
Travel + Leisure,
18 May 2026
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As reported, Gucci is anchoring the core of its business in a strong midprice proposition between 2,000 euros and 3,000 euros, elevating its top tier with distinctive details and richer materials, and redesigning entry level styles without compromising quality.—
Emily Mercer,
Footwear News,
17 May 2026
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This season, designers continue to favor vibrant hues, elevated button detailing and rich textures to add depth to office dressing, whether through tonal layering or unexpected pairings.—
Lauren Fisher,
Footwear News,
15 May 2026
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Some of the hundreds of available hues rival even my favorite nail-polish brands for their oddball names and vibrancy.—
Brett Berk,
Robb Report,
15 May 2026
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“Tones.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tones. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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