You have a very nice smile, her tone told him.

But his tone told her that he was speaking more to himself.

The tone told me that it would be quite some time.

Her tone of voice told me that she knew exactly what was going through my mind.

Her tone of voice told me she meant to say more.

The tone in her voice told him all he needed to know.

But her tone of voice told them both she'd never go.

The tone of Sam's voice had already told him the real news.

Her tone told me she thought I could use one.

Her tone of voice told him not to ask any more.