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Recent Examples of undertone
Ramazzotti's Aperitivo Rosato is a light aperitif liqueur featuring orange blossom and hibiscus, giving it the fruity notes of Sarti Rosa with the addition of floral undertones.
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Lauren Thomann, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 June 2025
The legacy of slavery was an undertone — overtone, really — to Our Native Daughters’ lone album, so this first set naturally contained an unfair share of the most emotionally rife numbers of the night.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 21 June 2025
Similar to the original Black Honey, the magic is in the neutrality of its undertones.
—Claire Sullivan, Footwear News, 20 June 2025
On the palate, smoked agave mingles with fresh lemon and mineral undertones, giving way to a silky, lightly smoky finish.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 17 June 2025
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Lauren Thomann, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 June 2025
The legacy of slavery was an undertone — overtone, really — to Our Native Daughters’ lone album, so this first set naturally contained an unfair share of the most emotionally rife numbers of the night.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 21 June 2025
Similar to the original Black Honey, the magic is in the neutrality of its undertones.
—Claire Sullivan, Footwear News, 20 June 2025
On the palate, smoked agave mingles with fresh lemon and mineral undertones, giving way to a silky, lightly smoky finish.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 17 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for undertone
Noun
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The explicit political overtones of the novel, originally meant to reflect the Soviet Union, lent itself to the U.S.’s then-objectives.—
Rance Collins,
IndieWire,
15 June 2025
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The Virginia hip-hop artist’s fifth album Magic, Alive! is an ambitious suite with overstuffed tracks and political overtones McKinley Dixon is a rapper who is deeply invested in the art of writing.—
Mosi Reeves,
Rolling Stone,
3 June 2025
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On a sunlit slope above the Aegean, the ruins of an old Greek estate whisper stories of power, legacy, and familial pride.—
Francois Botha,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2025
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What was once spoken only in whispers, if at all, by our mothers and grandmothers, is now trending on TikTok.—
Time,
Time,
26 June 2025
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Her new record, which dropped April 18, is a 14-track collection of alternative, dark-pop with tinges of hip-hop and electronic music.—
Audrey Gibbs,
The Tennessean,
2 July 2025
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Classical composers such as Dmitri Shostakovich and Sergei Rachmaninoff had this dark quality with a tinge of beauty to them.—
Joshua Lamb,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
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Nolan Arenado of the St. Louis Cardinals has been at the epicenter of rumors for several months, but a full no-trade protection and contract complexities will keep the 10-time Gold Glove Award winner far away from the Bronx.—
Wayne G. McDonnell,
Forbes.com,
7 July 2025
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Expect to continue hearing rumors surrounding McLaurin heading towards the start of the 2025 season.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 July 2025
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Blanchett wore a silk suit from the Italian brand, featuring tones of blue and white in a Prince of Wales check print.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
1 July 2025
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First, the Pigment Processor Daily Brightening Serum ($115) targets dark spots and uneven skin tone with ingredients like kojic acid, known for its fast-acting brightening properties, but noticeable does make skin more sensitive to the sun.—
Tiana Randall,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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Inspired by the gorgeous sunset hues, REFY’s new launch sees the Topaz shade in the brand’s bestselling Gloss Highlighter now entering the lip gloss range, creating that dewy, light-reflecting and radiant summer-ready look with perfectly balanced pigments.—
Angela Lei,
Forbes.com,
13 July 2025
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Bright hues are not banned for family members, but nude colors are often seen as a more practical choice for royal engagements.—
Stephanie Petit,
People.com,
13 July 2025
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Experts say the moon's low arc should give it a more yellowish or orange tint.—
John Tufts,
IndyStar,
9 June 2025
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In kinder weather, there's a UV coating and optional ceramic tint, plus a ventilation fan that could help keep things cool on a hot day.—
Paul Ridden
June 22,
New Atlas,
22 June 2025
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“Undertone.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/undertone. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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