set the tone

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set the tone (third-person singular simple present sets the tone, present participle setting the tone, simple past and past participle set the tone)

  1. Create the emotional quality to be expected for something.
    • 2022 October 1, Phil McNulty, “Arsenal 3-1 Tottenham: Gunners show identity & direction in outstanding derby win”, in BBC Sport[1]:
      Jesus, a comparative bargain at £45m, sets the tone with relentless pressing and goals that have already made him an indispensable part of Arteta's plans, while Zinchenko brings quality, calm and creation.

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