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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
Recent years have brought more reality shows than feature films to the country, a reflection of the current state of the U.S. film industry, with most studios, even the once-generous streaming platforms, cutting back on costs.
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Anna Marie De La Fuente, Variety, 2 July 2025
Her opinions, her condemnation, the reflection of her glamour.
—Esther Freud, Vogue, 2 July 2025
One traditional observance is the Stations of the Cross, a devotion that follows 14 moments along Jesus’s path to Calvary, accompanied by prayers and quiet reflection.
—Brandi D. Addison, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
Bryan's festival is a reflection of his immense success in the music industry, having sold more than 10 million albums.
—Marcus K. Dowling, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
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Anna Marie De La Fuente, Variety, 2 July 2025
Her opinions, her condemnation, the reflection of her glamour.
—Esther Freud, Vogue, 2 July 2025
One traditional observance is the Stations of the Cross, a devotion that follows 14 moments along Jesus’s path to Calvary, accompanied by prayers and quiet reflection.
—Brandi D. Addison, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
Bryan's festival is a reflection of his immense success in the music industry, having sold more than 10 million albums.
—Marcus K. Dowling, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reflection
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The intense exchange between Kemp, 48, and Rock, 25, took place early Tuesday (July 1) morning, with Rock allegedly calling the social media personality to seemingly address Kemp’s remarks regarding her behavior and parenting of her son with rapper Blueface, who is currently incarcerated.—
Jessica Bennett,
VIBE.com,
1 July 2025
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The regulatory proposal was made even more clear in remarks from the Fed's new vice chair for supervision, Michelle Bowman.—
Morgan Chittum,
CNBC,
30 June 2025
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In 2019, Kansas announced an extension of its adidas contract through 2031 even though the school and company were embroiled in the college basketball FBI scandal that saw a former adidas executive agree to pay nearly $350,000 to Kansas.—
Tim Casey,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2025
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But with Victoria’s Secret, Super inherited a beleaguered brand stained by upheaval and scandal.—
Alicia Adamczyk,
Fortune,
28 June 2025
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Performance impacts are a consideration too, including physiological and mental impacts for athletes competing in extreme heat or experiencing long breaks during play.—
Claire Poole,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2025
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Based on public feedback and the survey that closed June 17, Baird-Spencer said, the top three alternatives are expected to be presented to the City Council for consideration.—
Rose Evans,
Idaho Statesman,
29 June 2025
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Lutnick echoed von der Leyen's comments in the Thursday Bloomberg TV interview, saying that the EU had picked up the pace of the negotiations in recent weeks, laying out the groundwork for an accord.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
28 June 2025
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Newsweek has contacted the Russian defense ministry for comment.—
Brendan Cole,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 June 2025
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Cuomo launched his campaign in March, four years after resigning as New York's governor in disgrace.—
Kyler Alvord,
People.com,
25 June 2025
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Deemed dangerous to national security by MI5, Mosley and his wife spent three years interned in prison before moving abroad in disgrace.—
Rosemary Counter,
Time,
25 June 2025
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The panel of eight men and four women continued deliberating the charges against Combs after not reaching a verdict on the first day of deliberations.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
1 July 2025
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Multiple notes were sent back from the jury throughout the roughly 10 hours of deliberations so far.—
Tracy Wright , Lauryn Overhultz , Maria Paronich , Brendan McDonald,
FOXNews.com,
1 July 2025
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The first day of deliberations saw several notes from the jury, as well as Combs and his supporters bowing their heads in prayer in the courtroom.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
1 July 2025
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The stable outlook also factors in Fitch’s expectation of gross debt reduction, including repayment of all 2026 notes at maturity ($7.95 billion).—
Sheryl Estrada,
Fortune,
1 July 2025
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Your cleaner of choice for stubborn grease, stains, and odors on pots and pans may be half a lemon and salt or baking soda, but take note of the materials they’re made with.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
26 June 2025
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Lie down on an old towel to protect your surface from oil stains.—
Lindsay Curtis,
Health,
25 June 2025
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“Reflection.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reflection. Accessed 12 Jul. 2025.
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