in tune
idiom
1
: in a state in which the correct musical sound is played or sung
adjusted the guitar until it was in tune
2
: in a state in which people agree with or understand one another
The president and his followers were clearly in tune.
—usually + withThe new supervisor is not in tune with the needs of the staff.
3
: in a state in which one thing agrees with or matches another
—usually + with
His formal clothing was in tune with the occasion.
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And Caitlin Stapleton, who heads up our cast team, is amazing, and so in tune with everybody.
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EW.com, 3 July 2025
Venus in Gemini isn't known to be in tune with bank account statements or credit card bills due to its frivolous and impulsive nature.
—Lisa Stardust, refinery29.com, 2 July 2025
This just isn’t something that elected officials who are in tune with their hearts and their community are going to do.
—Imani Cruzen, Twin Cities, 27 June 2025
This is a sign that your designer is in tune with you and is listening to your needs.
—Lexi Dwyer, Architectural Digest, 23 June 2025
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EW.com, 3 July 2025
Venus in Gemini isn't known to be in tune with bank account statements or credit card bills due to its frivolous and impulsive nature.
—Lisa Stardust, refinery29.com, 2 July 2025
This just isn’t something that elected officials who are in tune with their hearts and their community are going to do.
—Imani Cruzen, Twin Cities, 27 June 2025
This is a sign that your designer is in tune with you and is listening to your needs.
—Lexi Dwyer, Architectural Digest, 23 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for in tune
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“In tune.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20tune. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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