introspection
noun
in·tro·spec·tion
ˌin-trə-ˈspek-shən 
: a reflective looking inward : an examination of one's own thoughts and feelings
Examples of introspection in a Sentence
a moment of quiet introspection
not a man given to introspection, he grew impatient with his wife's constant need to discuss their relationship
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Tomás Mier, Rolling Stone, 3 June 2025
But active, conscious introspection has a dark side: rumination, or getting fixated on a problem and going over it again and again, which can make things worse and trap people in a negative thought spiral.
—Julie Beck, The Atlantic, 2 June 2025
Timing an exit process for a business requires introspection, strategic planning, and thoughtful preparation, while accounting for a host of internal and external parameters.
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Tomás Mier, Rolling Stone, 3 June 2025
But active, conscious introspection has a dark side: rumination, or getting fixated on a problem and going over it again and again, which can make things worse and trap people in a negative thought spiral.
—Julie Beck, The Atlantic, 2 June 2025
Timing an exit process for a business requires introspection, strategic planning, and thoughtful preparation, while accounting for a host of internal and external parameters.
—Jeffrey Johnston, Forbes.com, 2 June 2025
This introspection led to their platform, one that bridges the gap between artists and collectors, offering a place where Black artistry can thrive.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 29 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for introspection
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“Introspection.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/introspection. Accessed 9 Jun. 2025.
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introspection
noun
in·tro·spec·tion
ˌin-trə-ˈspek-shən
: an examination of one's own thoughts or feelings
introspectively
adverb
Medical Definition
introspection
noun
in·tro·spec·tion
-ˈspek-shən
: an examination of one's own thoughts and feelings
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