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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
This marks the beginning of a deeper reflection on what (and who) truly feels like home.
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Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 29 Jan. 2026
And, in many ways, my hair was a reflection of my life.
—Kimberly Zapata, Parents, 29 Jan. 2026
Every dish is a reflection of the land, the season and the moment.
—Joanne Shurvell, Forbes.com, 28 Jan. 2026
The ranking is the result of an elaborate process which, due to the interval of data-collection and analysis, is a reflection of the last calendar years.
—Time Staff, Time, 28 Jan. 2026
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Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 29 Jan. 2026
And, in many ways, my hair was a reflection of my life.
—Kimberly Zapata, Parents, 29 Jan. 2026
Every dish is a reflection of the land, the season and the moment.
—Joanne Shurvell, Forbes.com, 28 Jan. 2026
The ranking is the result of an elaborate process which, due to the interval of data-collection and analysis, is a reflection of the last calendar years.
—Time Staff, Time, 28 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for reflection
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reflection
Noun
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O’Hara made poignant remarks, speaking to her relationship with and pride in Culkin, in an appearance at his Hollywood Walk of Fame induction ceremony in 2023.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
30 Jan. 2026
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That’s according to a CNBC translation of his Mandarin-language remarks.—
Evelyn Cheng,
CNBC,
30 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The scandals included the three charges the court dealt with on Wednesday.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
29 Jan. 2026
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The 2007 spying scandal cost the team a first-round pick and $250,000, while Belichick was fined $500,000.—
Ryan Morik,
FOXNews.com,
29 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Any decision regarding Iran’s participation or nation exclusions would involve complex political and economic costs that extend far beyond football considerations.—
Carlos De Loera,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Jan. 2026
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LeBron is still eligible for All-NBA consideration and has started playing in back-to-backs.—
The Athletic NBA Staff,
New York Times,
30 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The family could not be immediately reached for comment.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
30 Jan. 2026
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Jean Brandl, a federal defender representing Kazmierczak, also did not immediately respond to a request for comment.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
30 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The substandard refereeing is a disgrace for the number one professional sport in America.—
Steve Forbes,
Forbes.com,
22 Jan. 2026
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Some aspects of Project 2025 may be reasonable, but the performance-art style by which it’s implemented, and his governance in general, is a chaotic disgrace.—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
19 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Georgia lawmakers and advocates have gathered at the state Capitol in Atlanta to begin months of discussions, deliberations, and votes for the 2026 legislative session.—
Madeline Montgomery,
CBS News,
12 Jan. 2026
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While the footage has been admitted, jurors were instructed not to weigh it as evidence until deliberations.—
Ryan Macasero,
Mercury News,
10 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Like the scribbled notes of teenage girls in the margins of a notebook.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
29 Jan. 2026
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Vanke stated during online creditor meetings earlier this month that all notes would be treated on an equal footing, though no specific details were provided, people familiar with the matter said.—
Bloomberg News,
Bloomberg,
28 Jan. 2026
Noun
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How much of a stain should that be for a quarterback playing a team game?—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
28 Jan. 2026
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King says the technology can only be used with a ceramic material that's heat-resistant, scratch-resistant, and stain-resistant, like Cosentino's Dekton line.—
Helena Madden,
Martha Stewart,
28 Jan. 2026
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“Reflection.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reflection. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.
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