as in glass
a smooth or polished surface that forms images by reflection
breaking a mirror is supposed to bring seven years of bad luck
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Recent Examples of mirror
Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 15 May 2026
When placed thoughtfully, a vintage mirror can also frame a beautiful view, creating a striking visual moment within the room.
—Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 15 May 2026
Julissa James, Los Angeles Times, 15 May 2026
Among the most notable sales were Mastercard and Visa, the first stocks Combs purchased after joining Berkshire and positions that mirrored major holdings from his former hedge fund, Castle Point Capital.
—Yun Li, CNBC, 15 May 2026
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Noun
The artist and designer’s decorative mirrors, screens, tables, lighting, seating and objects made with magnolias, bamboo and other flora will be featured alongside Maison Gerard’s curation of French Art Deco, 1940s French Modern era, and midcentury design.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 15 May 2026
When placed thoughtfully, a vintage mirror can also frame a beautiful view, creating a striking visual moment within the room.
—Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 15 May 2026
Verb
The scene mirrored the energy of a film set, all drama and specific lighting and smoke billowing from mysterious corners, honoring the house’s relationship with cinema.
—Julissa James, Los Angeles Times, 15 May 2026
Among the most notable sales were Mastercard and Visa, the first stocks Combs purchased after joining Berkshire and positions that mirrored major holdings from his former hedge fund, Castle Point Capital.
—Yun Li, CNBC, 15 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mirror
Noun
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Handy amenities include toothbrushes, (glass) bottled sparkling and still water, and built-in worldwide plug adapters.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
19 May 2026
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The actors were greeted by the exhibition’s curator, Robin McClellan, who led them to Mozart’s childhood violin, encased in glass.—
Michael Schulman,
New Yorker,
18 May 2026
Verb
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Gambling’s prevalence during sports broadcasts reflects its status as an enormous and growing business in America.—
Luke Connors,
Washington Post,
19 May 2026
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But because film is visual, characters cannot merely feel, react, or reflect on the page.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
19 May 2026
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“Mirror.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mirror. Accessed 19 May. 2026.
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