Overtones
"Overtones" in a Sentence (2 examples)
The concept of "liberty" can't be properly defined, because throughout history it has taken overtones and nuances so diverse.
Officials of the opposition Democratic Party say the case has political overtones and may be designed to weaken them prior to the start of next year’s legislative and presidential elections.
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