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as in mirrored
to reproduce or show (an exact likeness) as a mirror would
her face was reflected in the waters of the still pond
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as in commented
to make a statement of one's opinion
reflected on the huge influence that the electronic media have on our national elections
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Recent Examples of reflected
Miley Cyrus also reflected on her bond with Osment on the series, which was her first big acting role.
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Taijuan Moorman, USA Today, 24 Mar. 2026
Next, geographical representation so that our universalist convictions are reflected there as well.
—Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 24 Mar. 2026
In a recent Variety cover interview, the now 33-year-old Cyrus reflected on the complicated legacy of the Disney Channel series, which aired from 2006 to 2011, as well as her controversial adolescence in the spotlight.
—Anna Zucca, Vanity Fair, 24 Mar. 2026
Fintrx This gender gap is also reflected in the C-suite, according to Fintrx.
—Hayley Cuccinello, CNBC, 24 Mar. 2026
To McCarty, the texts reflected just how determined the system’s gatekeepers were to preserve the status quo, despite the new law.
—Pamela Colloff, ProPublica, 24 Mar. 2026
Stratton called for an immediate increase to $25 an hour — a position her opponents, who supported a gradual increase to $17 per hour, said reflected naivety and a lack of Washington experience.
—Dan Petrella, Chicago Tribune, 18 Mar. 2026
Englewood officials said their contract with Denver reflected conditions at the time and noted that the pandemic, and the subsequent spike in inflation were unforeseen.
—Brian Maass, CBS News, 18 Mar. 2026
The study failed to meet the comprehensive industry standard reflected in the Pompano Beach Raftelis report.
—Gregory Tony, Sun Sentinel, 17 Mar. 2026
Taijuan Moorman, USA Today, 24 Mar. 2026
Next, geographical representation so that our universalist convictions are reflected there as well.
—Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 24 Mar. 2026
In a recent Variety cover interview, the now 33-year-old Cyrus reflected on the complicated legacy of the Disney Channel series, which aired from 2006 to 2011, as well as her controversial adolescence in the spotlight.
—Anna Zucca, Vanity Fair, 24 Mar. 2026
Fintrx This gender gap is also reflected in the C-suite, according to Fintrx.
—Hayley Cuccinello, CNBC, 24 Mar. 2026
To McCarty, the texts reflected just how determined the system’s gatekeepers were to preserve the status quo, despite the new law.
—Pamela Colloff, ProPublica, 24 Mar. 2026
Stratton called for an immediate increase to $25 an hour — a position her opponents, who supported a gradual increase to $17 per hour, said reflected naivety and a lack of Washington experience.
—Dan Petrella, Chicago Tribune, 18 Mar. 2026
Englewood officials said their contract with Denver reflected conditions at the time and noted that the pandemic, and the subsequent spike in inflation were unforeseen.
—Brian Maass, CBS News, 18 Mar. 2026
The study failed to meet the comprehensive industry standard reflected in the Pompano Beach Raftelis report.
—Gregory Tony, Sun Sentinel, 17 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reflected
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Bathrooms are smartly designed to fit large shower-baths into a relatively compact space; tiling is dark and mirrored with pleasing gold accents.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Mar. 2026
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And nothing compares to waking up beside Alice Lake, where sunrise casts the 9,899-foot El Capitan in pale honey light—an image almost perfectly mirrored in gently lapping water below.—
Madison Chapman,
Outside,
25 Mar. 2026
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Morales commented on the incident happening during a busy weekend in the city, which includes Ultra, a concert at the Kaseya Center, and the Marlins' opening weekend.—
Nikiya Carrero,
CBS News,
29 Mar. 2026
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As for how DadTok feels about this, Jessi’s ex, Jordan Ngatikaura, commented on another post, because for this cast, their primary form of communication is social media comments.—
Alejandra Gularte,
Vulture,
28 Mar. 2026
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Following a second meeting between Rubio, Rivera, Gorrín and others, Rivera remarked in the chat that the bus driver — Maduro — would have to pay him for setting up the meeting with Rubio.—
Joshua Goodman,
Sun Sentinel,
23 Mar. 2026
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K-pop performers are often remarked for their polished choreography and technically impressive concerts.—
Mitchell McCluskey,
CNN Money,
22 Mar. 2026
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Paddack noted how Sandy Alcantara came to him in the dugout and gave him words of encouragement.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
31 Mar. 2026
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Dieppa noted that about 17 million cars pass through Chamblee every month.—
Leondra Head,
CBS News,
31 Mar. 2026
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And as one Maxwell Scott once opined in The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance, when the legend becomes fact, print the legend.—
Dalton Ross,
Entertainment Weekly,
5 Mar. 2026
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Weeks before Hegseth issued his ultimatum, Amodei opined on his website about the risks involved with precisely the two guardrails the Pentagon is targeting.—
Will Gottsegen,
The Atlantic,
26 Feb. 2026
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“Reflected.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reflected. Accessed 31 Mar. 2026.
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