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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 those looking for a streamlined vanity design, this option has no hardware to distract from the natural wood tones. —
Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 21 Apr. 2026 Chesnutt wasn’t alone in these sometimes sinister tones. —David Harris, SPIN, 21 Apr. 2026 Another notice was posted on Monday, April 20, looking for 10-14 month old babies with olive to deep skin tones. —Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 Apr. 2026 Vrabel has now addressed it twice with conflicting tones. —Bobby Burack Outkick, FOXNews.com, 21 Apr. 2026 Mostly, the hotel sits on the serene side of Middle Eastern opulence, with marble, Murano chandeliers, and gold-leaf ceilings cut through with calming, earthy tones inspired by the desert and Arabian Gulf. —Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Apr. 2026 The decor leans into ‘80s femininity, with tones of teal and dusty pink with gold finishes and curved motifs. —Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 20 Apr. 2026 To avoid the muggy look, swap mustard tones for light and refreshing pastels that infuse a bathroom with an optimistic softness. —Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Apr. 2026 The lighting should fall into warmer tones like amber and pale pink, and dimmer switches help control the level of illumination. —Kate Donovan, Martha Stewart, 20 Apr. 2026
Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 21 Apr. 2026 Chesnutt wasn’t alone in these sometimes sinister tones. —David Harris, SPIN, 21 Apr. 2026 Another notice was posted on Monday, April 20, looking for 10-14 month old babies with olive to deep skin tones. —Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 Apr. 2026 Vrabel has now addressed it twice with conflicting tones. —Bobby Burack Outkick, FOXNews.com, 21 Apr. 2026 Mostly, the hotel sits on the serene side of Middle Eastern opulence, with marble, Murano chandeliers, and gold-leaf ceilings cut through with calming, earthy tones inspired by the desert and Arabian Gulf. —Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Apr. 2026 The decor leans into ‘80s femininity, with tones of teal and dusty pink with gold finishes and curved motifs. —Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 20 Apr. 2026 To avoid the muggy look, swap mustard tones for light and refreshing pastels that infuse a bathroom with an optimistic softness. —Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Apr. 2026 The lighting should fall into warmer tones like amber and pale pink, and dimmer switches help control the level of illumination. —Kate Donovan, Martha Stewart, 20 Apr. 2026
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The simple controls and hints gallery are optimized for novices, while the advanced playing modes are better suited for seasoned players.— BestReviews, Mercury News, 23 Apr. 2026
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Therefore, work-from-home professionals or city dwellers who often use other modes of transportation could save big with this brand.— Liz Knueven, CNBC, 22 Apr. 2026
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Matt McCoy has already seen shades of how new Miami Hurricanes quarterback Darian Mensah goes about leading a team.— Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 19 Apr. 2026
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The pair is available in two lengths to accommodate tall and petite shoppers, and in 10 shades for easy matching.— Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 18 Apr. 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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Coward was a steak-and-kidney pie kind of fellow, and the characters in his plays obsessed over their manners, their tableware and their tea.— Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 20 Apr. 2026
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Coward was a steak-and-kidney-pie kind of fellow and the characters in his plays obsessed over their manners, their tableware and their tea.— Chris Jones, New York Daily News, 20 Apr. 2026
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The Maroon name refers to one of the school’s colors and is a homage to the University of Chicago, which goes by the same name, according to local historians.— Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 25 Apr. 2026
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Not only will marigolds trap the aphids and whiteflies that threaten your cheerful gerbera daisies, but the combination of colors between the two blooms makes for the most brilliant and happy summer garden.— Heather Bien, The Spruce, 24 Apr. 2026
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Schneider gave a shout-out to his scouting staff for doing the work to uncover the type of personalities the Seahawks would be acquiring.— Michael-Shawn Dugar, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2026
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For the very first time, Rina and Serasi stepped onto their outdoor habitat — and their personalities were already on full display.— Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 24 Apr. 2026
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Some styles, well, never go out of style.— Shea Simmons, PEOPLE, 20 Apr. 2026
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Restricted footwear, like big boots, or flashy styles with tons of metal hardware are often flagged and asked to be removed.— Samantha Leal, Travel + Leisure, 18 Apr. 2026
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Following a major renovation from 2020 to 2022, the guest rooms and suites feel fresh, residential, and quietly luxurious—blending warm oak and soft marine hues with contemporary artwork by New York abstract artist Tamar Zinn and Hong Kong ink artist Kassia Ko.— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Apr. 2026
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This one-of-a-kind Feather Brooch, for example, is built on titanium in varying hues for a gossamer feel.— Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 11 Apr. 2026
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“Tones.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.grautoblog.com/thesaurus/tones. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.
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