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as in remark
a briefly expressed opinion
does anyone want to share their reflections on the passage we just read?
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as in consideration
a careful weighing of the reasons for or against something
after reflection, they decided to refuse the offer on the house
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Recent Examples of reflection
His work stands as a reminder, inviting reflection.
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Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 4 Aug. 2025
When emotions are overwhelming, the garden provides a place for quiet reflection and gentle action.
—Danielle Bauter, Oc Register, 4 Aug. 2025
Do The Emotional Work Emotional Intelligence is a reflection of one's relationship with oneself.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 30 July 2025
The east-west academic divide in Austin is a reflection of significant transition of teachers and leadership in some campuses with the greatest needs, said Laurie Solis, president of the Austin Council of Parent Teacher Associations.
—Keri Heath, Austin American Statesman, 30 July 2025
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Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 4 Aug. 2025
When emotions are overwhelming, the garden provides a place for quiet reflection and gentle action.
—Danielle Bauter, Oc Register, 4 Aug. 2025
Do The Emotional Work Emotional Intelligence is a reflection of one's relationship with oneself.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 30 July 2025
The east-west academic divide in Austin is a reflection of significant transition of teachers and leadership in some campuses with the greatest needs, said Laurie Solis, president of the Austin Council of Parent Teacher Associations.
—Keri Heath, Austin American Statesman, 30 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for reflection
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reflection
Noun
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With that in mind, investors will be focused on remarks from Fed Chair Jerome Powell at the end of the week at the annual Jackson Hole Economic Symposium of global central bankers and finance chiefs.—
Medora Lee,
USA Today,
19 Aug. 2025
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The party’s members of Congress are largely avoiding in-person public forums like the one Rep. Mike Flood hosted in his Nebraska district earlier this month, only to go viral after constituent boos drowned out most of his remarks.—
Eleanor Mueller,
semafor.com,
18 Aug. 2025
Noun
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This has the clear potential at this point to hold into the election period, barring a major scandal or something negative and completely unexpected for Mamdani.—
Anna Commander,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Aug. 2025
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Still, there’s a long history of July scandals disappearing down the memory hole of the long August break.—
Emily Brooks,
The Hill,
14 Aug. 2025
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One poignant example of the administration’s power came when the Federal Communications Commission approved an $8 billion merger between Paramount and Skydance Media, with Skydance vowing to end DEI considerations in hiring, promotions, development and compensation.—
Antonio Pequeño IV,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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Coastal commissioners, however, commended the promenade plan and emphasized that, in future projects, parking issues should not be a primary consideration.—
Erika I. Ritchie,
Oc Register,
15 Aug. 2025
Noun
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An attempt to reach Hill for comment Friday evening was unsuccessful.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
16 Aug. 2025
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The Patchogue-Medford School District, where advocates say Manuel attended high school, did not return a request for comment Friday.—
Cayla Bamberger,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Rachael Rollins, about to be fired in disgrace as U.S. attorney, was number 20.—
Howie Carr,
Boston Herald,
10 Aug. 2025
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In 1974: Gerald R. Ford took the presidential oath of office one day after President Richard Nixon resigned in disgrace.—
DAILY BRIEFING,
AZCentral.com,
9 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Even now, laws that the council approves after deliberation and public comment can be tossed out by Congress.—
Margaret Talbot,
New Yorker,
17 Aug. 2025
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Clermont judge nudged the parties to negotiate After a brief trial in fall 2024 and months of deliberation, Haddad reached his decision: Kroger should be bound to the restrictions that came with the Sears property, unless the mall owner and other key tenants agreed to new terms.—
Alexander Coolidge,
The Enquirer,
10 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The second section contains the letters, with notes from Guralnick appended.—
Stephanie Zacharek,
Time,
7 Aug. 2025
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The newspaper later reported that Clinton was also among those who wrote a note to Epstein, while both Trump and Clinton were found in photos in the disgraced financier’s home.—
Lauren Green,
The Washington Examiner,
7 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Apply a baking soda paste to any noticeable yellow stains.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
16 Aug. 2025
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Professional dental cleanings can remove these stains and restore the restorations’ original brightness.—
Daryl Austin,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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“Reflection.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reflection. Accessed 23 Aug. 2025.
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