Her tone makes me feel like I am in primary school again.
His tone made it clear that he already knew the answer.
Seven's tone, however, made it clear that he was not about to change his mind on the subject.
Her tone made it clear that she did not want to talk.
The tone in his voice made her blood grow cold.
His tone made it sound like this sort of thing happened every day.
His tone was easy and made her feel quite put out.
Her tone of voice made it clear he shouldn't have even asked.
The Chief's tone makes it clear he doesn't like this any better than his men do.
Perhaps the tone of voice one used would make a difference.