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At the last FOMC, Hatzius estimates only four to five out of 12 members were in favor of a hike, and the tone of recent data is unlikely to increase that number.

From MarketWatch ● Aug. 17, 2026

This year has seen a dramatic change in tone in the global conversation about the transatlantic slave trade.

From BBC ● Aug. 16, 2026

Observer missions called for parties to tone down inflammatory statements as the votes cast on Thursday were tallied, and some teams extended their deployment because of the tensions.

From Barron's ● Aug. 15, 2026

Genco said last month that its advisers were engaging with Diana over its latest acquisition offer, a marked change of tone that suggested a deal could be within reach.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 14, 2026

And the truth was that I had already sensed from the tone in her voice that she was making nothing up, that Karl had been right about her.

From "An Elephant in the Garden" by Michael Morpurgo

McGregor and Hathaway try to keep pace with the shifting tones.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 12, 2026

"Not a single blow is random," he explains as a trio of craftsmen land expert strikes that create the darker more complex tones so prized by jazz drummers.

From Barron's ● Aug. 6, 2026

The biggest changes are visible across Conwy, Flintshire, Denbighshire and Merseyside, where areas that were previously a patchwork of green fields and grassland are now covered by light brown tones, indicating extensive vegetation stress.

From BBC ● Jul. 31, 2026

The results, published in ACS Materials Letters, could support skin cancer prevention by making mineral sunscreen more appealing and encouraging regular use among people with a wider variety of skin tones.

From Science Daily ● Jul. 20, 2026

The inquiry was put in gentle tones: he drew me to him as gently.

From "Jane Eyre" by Charlotte Brontë

Wearing a life vest that showcased his toned arms, Macron cut a sporty figure as he vacationed at the Bregancon Fort, the presidential retreat, during France's August summer break.

From Barron's ● Aug. 14, 2026

In recent years, China has significantly toned down its calls to denuclearise the Korean peninsula and avoided mentioning it publicly.

From BBC ● Jun. 9, 2026

While the film adaptation’s political themes are toned down, the original musical focused on the dark atmosphere of the Nazi annexation of Austria and the Von Trapp family’s struggle for freedom.

From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 27, 2026

He toned down his vitriol because he wanted me to still feel comfortable and welcome to stay.

From Salon ● Apr. 19, 2026

His vest was open, his shirt rumpled and misbut- toned, his carnation wilted.

From "Typical American" by Gish Jen

Even while toning it down for the largest audience he’ll ever have, Mr. Fuentes still came off as an internet mashup of the worst of the 20th century.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 2, 2025

AP's rules only allow "minor adjustments" in certain circumstances, including cropping and toning and colour adjustments, as well as the removal of dust on camera sensors.

From BBC ● Mar. 11, 2024

Backgrounds should not be digitally blurred or eliminated by burning down or by aggressive toning.

From Seattle Times ● Mar. 10, 2024

Has he evolved since or is he simply toning down his language?

From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 25, 2024

“I made a hut out of mud, palm fronds, and ripped-up swimwear. And walking in the sand is toning my calves while I work!” said Miss Arkansas.

From "Beauty Queens" by Libba Bray