in tune
idiom
1
: in a state in which the correct musical sound is played or sung
adjusted the guitar until it was in tune
2
: in a state in which people agree with or understand one another
The president and his followers were clearly in tune.
—usually + withThe new supervisor is not in tune with the needs of the staff.
3
: in a state in which one thing agrees with or matches another
—usually + with
His formal clothing was in tune with the occasion.
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This approach ensures that your CV positions you as forward-thinking and in tune with contemporary challenges.
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Andrew Fennell, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025
The level of Democratic vocal opposition to the Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act of 2025 is a change in tune from the last days of the 118th Congress, when one of their own, Rep. Sarah McBride (D-DE), became a target of anti-transgender legislation.
—Rachel Schilke, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 14 Jan. 2025
One family realized just how in tune pups can be after bringing home a rescue dog.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 12 Jan. 2025
Drake is more in tune with Jamaica and the culture.
—Armon Sadler, VIBE.com, 8 Jan. 2025
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Andrew Fennell, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025
The level of Democratic vocal opposition to the Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act of 2025 is a change in tune from the last days of the 118th Congress, when one of their own, Rep. Sarah McBride (D-DE), became a target of anti-transgender legislation.
—Rachel Schilke, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 14 Jan. 2025
One family realized just how in tune pups can be after bringing home a rescue dog.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 12 Jan. 2025
Drake is more in tune with Jamaica and the culture.
—Armon Sadler, VIBE.com, 8 Jan. 2025
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“In tune.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20tune. Accessed 23 Jan. 2025.
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