tone of voice
Example Sentences
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It’s meant to be first in a new category of emotionally intelligent robots, trained to respond appropriately to our tone of voice, body language and overall vibe.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 4, 2026
An autistic person’s tone of voice or emotional affect may sound to a non-autistic person as if it doesn’t match the situation’s gravity.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026
The manager did not change his low tone of voice, but came across considered and even philosophical during his 30 minutes with the media.
From BBC • Oct. 3, 2025
Maron said he always had “a problem” with Maher’s tone of voice, and that his stand-up is “just not for me.”
From Salon • Aug. 25, 2025
“Delia, Velia,” Papá’s tone of voice was downright stern.
From "Summer of the Mariposas" by Guadalupe García McCall
