"The Commander of the local depot has been ordered to show us special considerations," Tarth responded in a calming tone.

Atticus tried for a calming tone.

"You will," Faith assured her in a calming tone.

His calming tone brought me back to some self-control.

A calming tone helps accentuate commands to slow down, an upbeat voice may emphasize commands to move forward.

It was Leto's most reasonable and calming tone.

This effect is enhanced by his combining of strongly contrasting colours with more calming tones.

"I don't mind going to Dad's," Fry told her in a calming tone.

"Gen'lemen, gen'lemen," he said, in a calming tone of voice.

The rooms aren't very stylish but there's a calming earthy tone throughout.