monotone
Example Sentences
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“Everyone belongs…” In a low monotone Rustin recited the six principles.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 11, 2025
Ms Hodson wrote: "I asked him about the incident at his admissions meeting and he was monotone, emotionless and very matter of fact about his intentions."
From BBC • Oct. 21, 2025
Trying to sound upbeat in a monotone voice, Foster said he would use the bye week to make tweaks before the Bruins opened Big Ten play Sept. 27 on the road against Northwestern.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 14, 2025
In the steady monotone of a public affairs officer, Lawler painted the slapdash efforts of Musk's army of teenagers and 20-somethings as a "comprehensive forensic audit."
From Salon • Feb. 23, 2025
With a triumphant yet eerily monotone cry, it released Merriweather, letting her slump over.
From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley
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