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 + with

The 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.

Examples of in tune in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Brendan Smialowski | Afp | Getty Images The opening clashes show each presidential running mate vying to establish themselves as being more authentic, more relatable and more in tune with the average American than their opponent. —Kevin Breuninger, CNBC, 8 Aug. 2024

For centuries, these birds and many others completed long-distance migrations in tune with other ancient spring rhythms, such as the trees budding out into leaves in myriad shades of green. —Dinah Voyles Pulver, USA TODAY, 22 Sep. 2024

Carpenter’s hair was in tune with her makeup, which consisted of dewy skin, blushed cheeks, a ruby red lip and Velour lashes done by Carolina Gonzalez. —Michelle Lee, Peoplemag, 12 Sep. 2024

All this in a country where clubs are typically in tune with their fans. —Henry Flynn, Forbes, 3 Sep. 2024