set-the-tone

Meanings

• Phrasal verb

  To establish the mood or character of a situation, often by an initial action or statement.

  - "The principal set the tone for the entire school year with her first address to the students."
  - "In her new role as team leader, Jane was determined to set the tone for a more collaborative work environment."

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Variants

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set the tone

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Etymology

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The phrase 'set the tone' originated in the late 1800s and comes from the idea of setting the mood or atmosphere for an event by establishing an initial tone.

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Trivia

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1. The phrase 'set the tone' has been used in various forms of media, including movies and television shows.

2. In the Harry Potter series, the character Albus Dumbledore is known for setting the tone for Hogwarts with his wise and compassionate leadership.

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Related Concepts

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1. atmosphere: The feeling or mood created by the environment or circumstances.

2. mood: The emotional tone or feeling created by a situation or piece of art.

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Culture

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In literature, 'set the tone' is often used to describe how an author establishes the mood or atmosphere of a story. In music, a band or artist may 'set the tone' for a concert or album with their opening song.

How to Memorize "set-the-tone"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a conductor setting the tone for an orchestra by raising their baton.
   - Imagine a painter setting the tone for a room with a single brushstroke.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the phrase 'set the tone' with the idea of establishing a mood or atmosphere.
   - Think of a 'tone' as the underlying feeling or character of a situation.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym SET-TONE to remember the meaning: Set the Emotional Tone and Establish the Overall Mood and Environment.

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