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
“People say: ‘I hadn’t heard someone talk to me in that tone of voice since my grandfather was alive.’
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 8, 2025
But Mamdani’s speech was not the ritual of unity and healing they wanted and expected, and they were reduced to mumbled excuses about the microphone, his tone of voice and his inexperience.
From Salon • Nov. 8, 2025
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
“Calpurnia,” Mother called up the stairs in that particular tone of voice I’d come to dread, “we’re waiting for you in the kitchen.”
From "The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate" by Jacqueline Kelly
