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undertone

[uhn-der-tohn] / ˈʌn dərˌtoʊn /


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In the history of Musk, meanwhile, an odd undertone entered the conversation this week.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 6, 2026

The visual gags that are part of Jake’s physical travails not only elicit chuckles but add a neurodivergent undertone to the story.

From Salon • Dec. 19, 2025

When Nacua was informed of the undertone of the celebration he practiced with Ross, he apologized.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 19, 2025

Along with a religious undertone, "they are what get people through the dark time", she explains.

From BBC • Nov. 28, 2025

There was a new bitter undertone in her voice.

From "Half of a Yellow Sun" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie




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