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Recent Examples of undertone
With more than 16 million American troops serving in the military during World War II, the circus—carrying strong patriotic undertones—emerged as a distraction and morale booster.
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Jordan Friedman, Smithsonian Magazine, 3 July 2025
Neutral undertones are balanced enough to work with just about any highlighter.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 25 June 2025
If a warm tone appeals to you, Sherwin-Williams Shoji White is softened with a slight red undertone.
—Monika Biegler Eyers, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 June 2025
Chicago house pioneer Vince Lawrence recalls witnessing Disco Demolition Night as a teenager, and later recognizing the racist undertones of the infamous incident, in a new clip from the fascinating documentary, Move Ya Body: The Birth of House, premiering on Rolling Stone.
—Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 13 June 2025
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Jordan Friedman, Smithsonian Magazine, 3 July 2025
Neutral undertones are balanced enough to work with just about any highlighter.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 25 June 2025
If a warm tone appeals to you, Sherwin-Williams Shoji White is softened with a slight red undertone.
—Monika Biegler Eyers, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 June 2025
Chicago house pioneer Vince Lawrence recalls witnessing Disco Demolition Night as a teenager, and later recognizing the racist undertones of the infamous incident, in a new clip from the fascinating documentary, Move Ya Body: The Birth of House, premiering on Rolling Stone.
—Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 13 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for undertone
Noun
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The explicit political overtones of the novel, originally meant to reflect the Soviet Union, lent itself to the U.S.’s then-objectives.—
Rance Collins,
IndieWire,
15 June 2025
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The Virginia hip-hop artist’s fifth album Magic, Alive! is an ambitious suite with overstuffed tracks and political overtones McKinley Dixon is a rapper who is deeply invested in the art of writing.—
Mosi Reeves,
Rolling Stone,
3 June 2025
Noun
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The whispers grow louder as the beeping becomes more frequent until finally, the alarm sounds.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
15 July 2025
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On LinkedIn, whispers of stealth layoffs and hiring freezes are growing louder.—
Andrew Fennell,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Her new record, which dropped April 18, is a 14-track collection of alternative, dark-pop with tinges of hip-hop and electronic music.—
Audrey Gibbs,
The Tennessean,
2 July 2025
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Classical composers such as Dmitri Shostakovich and Sergei Rachmaninoff had this dark quality with a tinge of beauty to them.—
Joshua Lamb,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
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Nolan Arenado of the St. Louis Cardinals has been at the epicenter of rumors for several months, but a full no-trade protection and contract complexities will keep the 10-time Gold Glove Award winner far away from the Bronx.—
Wayne G. McDonnell,
Forbes.com,
7 July 2025
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Expect to continue hearing rumors surrounding McLaurin heading towards the start of the 2025 season.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 July 2025
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In footage captured by concert-goers on July 9, Wonder is heard speaking in a light-hearted tone.—
Thania Garcia,
Variety,
15 July 2025
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The new Matlock was created by Urman, a Jane the Virgin alum whose project captures the essence of Andy Griffith's '80s legal drama while giving it a freshness in tone and subject matter.—
Mekishana Pierre Published,
EW.com,
15 July 2025
Noun
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Bright hues are not banned for family members, but nude colors are often seen as a more practical choice for royal engagements.—
Stephanie Petit,
People.com,
13 July 2025
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Inspired by the gorgeous sunset hues, REFY’s new launch sees the Topaz shade in the brand’s bestselling Gloss Highlighter now entering the lip gloss range, creating that dewy, light-reflecting and radiant summer-ready look with perfectly balanced pigments.—
Angela Lei,
Forbes.com,
13 July 2025
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Experts say the moon's low arc should give it a more yellowish or orange tint.—
John Tufts,
IndyStar,
9 June 2025
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In kinder weather, there's a UV coating and optional ceramic tint, plus a ventilation fan that could help keep things cool on a hot day.—
Paul Ridden
June 22,
New Atlas,
22 June 2025
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“Undertone.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/undertone. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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