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tone

[tohn] / toʊn /






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Loitering in the body care aisle of a big box store, hoping someone will arrive to quell the robot’s tone so you can move through the world odor-free, is a uniquely modern humiliation ritual.

From Salon • May 22, 2026

Thursday’s agreement represents the first time that Meta has settled one of the lawsuits, a shift in tone from what it was saying as recently as two months ago.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

In both cases, it also seemed apparent that now China has the power to set the tone and the terms of how it wants to engage on the global stage.

From BBC • May 20, 2026

With a full band accompanying the Reconstructionist congregation’s services, the tone was one of joy, reunion and celebration.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

“Take it to Sam Kee Laundry,” Ma called out in an urgent tone.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu




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