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tones

  • plural
    of tone.
    tone
    noun
    any sound considered with reference to its quality, pitch, strength, source, etc..
  • present tense form
    of tone (3rd person singular).
    tone
    noun
    any sound considered with reference to its quality, pitch, strength, source, etc..

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The first experiment involved playing a series of repeating tones, occasionally interrupted by a sound that differed from the others.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 15, 2026

Moody jewel tones and rich finishes throughout the residence make it feel like a world of its own, but it’s conveniently located at the “meeting point” of Greenwich Village, the West Village, and SoHo.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 14, 2026

You may have also seen Jujube Nougat Candies on social media—their nostalgic look and jewel tones give them a particular visual appeal.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 13, 2026

We sat just a few feet from him, as he conversed with his legal team in hushed tones and spoke to the judge purely to confirm details like his name and age.

From BBC ● Sep. 26, 2026

“You’d think she was the mother,” their mother had said once, half in tones of complaint, half in admiration.

From "Little Fires Everywhere" by Celeste Ng