undertone
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The research service Citrini just authored a note sharing that upbeat undertone.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 15, 2026
In the history of Musk, meanwhile, an odd undertone entered the conversation this week.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 6, 2026
The visual gags that are part of Jake’s physical travails not only elicit chuckles but add a neurodivergent undertone to the story.
From Salon ● Dec. 19, 2025
Along with a religious undertone, "they are what get people through the dark time", she explains.
From BBC ● Nov. 28, 2025
His invitation might have passed as casual, were it not for the undertone.
From "Lord of the Flies" by William Golding
“The Odyssey,” in whatever format it is seen, is an epic adventure with emotional undertones beyond the original story and an existential message that resonates far more than its smattering of modern language.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 24, 2026
Kevin Warsh’s address was terse following his first Fed meeting as chair, but his messaging carried decidedly hawkish undertones, fueling bets that the central bank may raise interest rates later this year.
From Barron's ● Jun. 18, 2026
Stagflationary undertones were present in the ISM services print, however, Fjaerstedt said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 7, 2026
He appeared on the soundtrack to Dhurandhar, a movie released last year, the political undertones of which were not well received in Pakistan where the film is banned.
From BBC ● Feb. 15, 2026
The undertones in Reyna’s voice took Annabeth a moment to decipher.
From "The Mark of Athena" by Rick Riordan
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