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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
Tan used his birthday to share a thoughtful reflection on the passage of time.
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Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 12 Mar. 2026
Aspects of Beck and Jo’s story could be clearer, although the vagueness works, to an extent, as a reflection of how Beck has pushed aside her grief over her father, and how raw the wounds still are.
—Sheri Linden, HollywoodReporter, 12 Mar. 2026
Streaming drew by far the largest tune-in, with 43% of all non-sports viewing, a reflection of the overall growth of advertising on streaming services like Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, HBO Max and others.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 12 Mar. 2026
Its 85-inch QLED display features a highly matte anti-glare screen, so your art and movies look lifelike without annoying reflections.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 11 Mar. 2026
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Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 12 Mar. 2026
Aspects of Beck and Jo’s story could be clearer, although the vagueness works, to an extent, as a reflection of how Beck has pushed aside her grief over her father, and how raw the wounds still are.
—Sheri Linden, HollywoodReporter, 12 Mar. 2026
Streaming drew by far the largest tune-in, with 43% of all non-sports viewing, a reflection of the overall growth of advertising on streaming services like Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, HBO Max and others.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 12 Mar. 2026
Its 85-inch QLED display features a highly matte anti-glare screen, so your art and movies look lifelike without annoying reflections.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 11 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reflection
Noun
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Thursday's remarks by Iran's new supreme leader were absolutely newsworthy and legitimate for CNN to air them, said Jane Ferguson, a veteran international correspondent and founder of the journalism platform Noosphere.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
14 Mar. 2026
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The luncheon began with welcome remarks from THR editor-in-Chief Maer Roshan, followed by Brett Fahlgren, vp brand marketing and communications for the luxury jeweler.—
Brande Victorian,
HollywoodReporter,
13 Mar. 2026
Noun
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This season, hosts Margo Gray and Ian Mandt explore stories including Yale University’s naked freshman photo scandal, which is featured in the first episode.—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
11 Mar. 2026
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The question is whether this pushing of paper will work to help the Giants organization, the Tisch family and the NFL to make this scandal fade away in the public’s mind.—
Pat Leonard,
New York Daily News,
11 Mar. 2026
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Others are picking their retirement destination more strategically, weighing the cost of living, healthcare, and safety into consideration.—
Patricia Doherty,
Travel + Leisure,
13 Mar. 2026
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Sustainability has been a key consideration for the facility, with lower-impact production technologies and energy-efficient machinery expected to reduce water and power usage.—
Jennifer Bringle,
Sourcing Journal,
13 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Questions and comments will be moderated, read, and answered as time allows.—
Carolyn Hax,
Washington Post,
27 Mar. 2026
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The Associated Press left phone and email messages seeking comment from Vlachos.—
JULIE CARR SMYTH THE ASSOCIATED PRESS,
Arkansas Online,
13 Mar. 2026
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That is why tanking is a disgrace, and for more than the comments from Ishbia and Anderson.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
7 Mar. 2026
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His critics might say such language is a disgrace to the presidency.—
Cal Thomas,
Arkansas Online,
24 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The verdict after only a couple hours of deliberations followed a weeklong trial that included remarkable testimony from Merchant himself.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
7 Mar. 2026
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The verdict after only a couple hours of deliberations followed a weeklong trial that included remarkable testimony from Merchant himself.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
6 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Bret Johnson said as a high school football coach at Mission Viejo, his father wrote notes on yellow legal pads and received assistance from aids to send emails.—
Dan Albano,
Oc Register,
12 Mar. 2026
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Family members, supporters of the defendants and law enforcement officers sat through hours of closing arguments and instructions to jurors, with some scribbling notes and others dabbing tears from their eyes.—
Sarah Bahari,
Dallas Morning News,
11 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Walk the inside perimeter and glance at ceilings or upper walls for any water stains, especially in attic spaces.—
Jessica Safavimehr,
Southern Living,
11 Mar. 2026
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Leading their rise to prominence are recent debuts from Huda Beauty and Summer Fridays to Covergirl and NYX, all of which promise the precision of a classic liner with the staying power of a stain.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
11 Mar. 2026
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“Reflection.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reflection. Accessed 15 Mar. 2026.
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