overtone

Example Sentences

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The significant difference in the masses of the colliding black holes also produced a "higher harmonic," a kind of overtone similar to those heard in musical instruments.

From Science Daily • Oct. 30, 2025

A Times review mercilessly ridiculed the French composer’s explanations of his “spectral” technique, a fanciful use of the harmonic overtone series to create a sense of aural wonderment in the listener.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 8, 2022

“The positive overtone will be extremely important because we can expect Beijing to turn to Taiwan, to appeal for some kind of dialogue.”

From Washington Times • Jun. 27, 2022

Even the timing of the decision had a spiritual overtone, coming on the day Catholics celebrate the Feast of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, honoring the love of Jesus for the world.

From New York Times • Jun. 25, 2022

I even pitched my voice to a low plane, trying to rob it of any suggestion or overtone of aggressiveness.

From "Black Boy" by Richard Wright