After the intermission, a lighter, more satirical tone took over.

The film's opening sequence sets the satirical tone of the film.

The novel describes, in a satirical tone, the ultimate implications of the arms race.

The collection, with its satirical, skeptical tone, is widely considered one of Ellison's best.

Many of his works have a strong satirical tone.

Despite the serious scenario of it, a comical and satirical tone is often used throughout the play.

Eventually the story turns violent, despite its otherwise slight, satirical tone.

Its satirical tone is much broader than either of the previous shows.

The first half of the album has a more satirical tone.

This awareness, combined with a sharp satirical tone allowed her to become one of the first professional women writers in Europe.