as in reflecting
to reproduce or show (an exact likeness) as a mirror would
the still waters of the pond mirroring the cloudless sky above
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Recent Examples of mirroring
The Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas reported last month that the growth in Texas' labor force had hit its lowest level since the Covid-19 pandemic, mirroring a nationwide decline.
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James Osborne, Houston Chronicle, 6 May 2026
The looks include the imprint of the sculpture Piedra del Sol on the Mexico shirt, and the iconic sky blue and white stripes of Argentina, mirroring the country's flag.
—Tanya Edwards, USA Today, 1 May 2026
Instead, incorporate key elements of the architectural style into your outdoor design by mirroring its features in the colors, textures, and flourishes of hardscaping and furniture.
—Kelly Dawson, Architectural Digest, 28 Apr. 2026
Neighbors received an alert and had 45 minutes to gather essentials and get out, mirroring real conditions.
—Spencer Wilson, CBS News, 27 Apr. 2026
Crucially, though, Coventry were more clinical, again mirroring a season-wide trend with Lampard’s side boasting a 35 per cent conversion rate from shots inside the six-yard box, 55 per cent on target.
—Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 26 Apr. 2026
Rights groups have sounded the alarm, warning that Israel’s military offensive is mirroring tactics used in Gaza – from heavy strikes on critical infrastructure and healthcare facilities, to the targeting of journalists and psychological warfare.
—Zeena Saifi, CNN Money, 24 Apr. 2026
Johnson is consistent in mirroring the release from his pedal and rarely labors when transitioning with route breaks.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 24 Apr. 2026
Someone is mirroring your energy, Sagittarius.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 23 Apr. 2026
James Osborne, Houston Chronicle, 6 May 2026
The looks include the imprint of the sculpture Piedra del Sol on the Mexico shirt, and the iconic sky blue and white stripes of Argentina, mirroring the country's flag.
—Tanya Edwards, USA Today, 1 May 2026
Instead, incorporate key elements of the architectural style into your outdoor design by mirroring its features in the colors, textures, and flourishes of hardscaping and furniture.
—Kelly Dawson, Architectural Digest, 28 Apr. 2026
Neighbors received an alert and had 45 minutes to gather essentials and get out, mirroring real conditions.
—Spencer Wilson, CBS News, 27 Apr. 2026
Crucially, though, Coventry were more clinical, again mirroring a season-wide trend with Lampard’s side boasting a 35 per cent conversion rate from shots inside the six-yard box, 55 per cent on target.
—Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 26 Apr. 2026
Rights groups have sounded the alarm, warning that Israel’s military offensive is mirroring tactics used in Gaza – from heavy strikes on critical infrastructure and healthcare facilities, to the targeting of journalists and psychological warfare.
—Zeena Saifi, CNN Money, 24 Apr. 2026
Johnson is consistent in mirroring the release from his pedal and rarely labors when transitioning with route breaks.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 24 Apr. 2026
Someone is mirroring your energy, Sagittarius.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 23 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mirroring
reflecting
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Nearly 25 years after the attacks, the royal couple laid a bouquet of white flowers at the edge of the south reflecting pool, honoring the lives lost — including 67 British victims — during a brief ceremony on a chilly but sunny afternoon in lower Manhattan.—
Erin Hill,
PEOPLE,
6 May 2026
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The judge also ordered Malik to write a letter every December 20 while on probation acknowledging what happened and reflecting on how the crime affected her life.—
Ivan Taylor,
CBS News,
6 May 2026
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“Mirroring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mirroring. Accessed 9 May. 2026.
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