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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
This unceremonial meeting was the first contact between people whose ancestors had parted tens of millennia ago in Asia, and whose experiences, cultures, and beliefs separately reflected that distance.
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Literary Hub, 28 Jan. 2026
Allen’s versatility was reflected in his production during his final year at Georgia, when the 6-1, 235-pounder tallied 88 tackles, 3 1/2 sacks and four pass breakups.
—Joseph Person, New York Times, 28 Jan. 2026
If those extra months incur large public healthcare costs, or if that person’s continued life means one’s great grandchildren receive a substantially smaller bequest, those factors typically aren’t reflected in the patient’s personal willingness to pay.
—James Broughel, Forbes.com, 27 Jan. 2026
Young also reflected on the restaurant’s place in the city, calling Austin home and expressing pride in the steakhouse’s long tenure.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 27 Jan. 2026
Global leaders reflected on rising antisemitism and the need for unity to combat hatred and war, drawing parallels to defeating Nazism in 1945.
—Vanessa Gera, Los Angeles Times, 27 Jan. 2026
At least some of those changes are reflected in the bill about security at colleges and universities.
—Jim Saunders, Sun Sentinel, 27 Jan. 2026
Romey said the quote reflected his reaction to statements made by administration officials in the hours after Alex Pretti was killed two weeks later.
—Stephen Gruber-Miller, Des Moines Register, 27 Jan. 2026
That approach aligns with a shift reflected in new guidance from the American Academy of Pediatrics.
—Meg Oliver, CBS News, 21 Jan. 2026
Literary Hub, 28 Jan. 2026
Allen’s versatility was reflected in his production during his final year at Georgia, when the 6-1, 235-pounder tallied 88 tackles, 3 1/2 sacks and four pass breakups.
—Joseph Person, New York Times, 28 Jan. 2026
If those extra months incur large public healthcare costs, or if that person’s continued life means one’s great grandchildren receive a substantially smaller bequest, those factors typically aren’t reflected in the patient’s personal willingness to pay.
—James Broughel, Forbes.com, 27 Jan. 2026
Young also reflected on the restaurant’s place in the city, calling Austin home and expressing pride in the steakhouse’s long tenure.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 27 Jan. 2026
Global leaders reflected on rising antisemitism and the need for unity to combat hatred and war, drawing parallels to defeating Nazism in 1945.
—Vanessa Gera, Los Angeles Times, 27 Jan. 2026
At least some of those changes are reflected in the bill about security at colleges and universities.
—Jim Saunders, Sun Sentinel, 27 Jan. 2026
Romey said the quote reflected his reaction to statements made by administration officials in the hours after Alex Pretti was killed two weeks later.
—Stephen Gruber-Miller, Des Moines Register, 27 Jan. 2026
That approach aligns with a shift reflected in new guidance from the American Academy of Pediatrics.
—Meg Oliver, CBS News, 21 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reflected
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The brand also heard repeatedly from working women and moms who described how prolonged sitting or postpartum changes affected their hip shape, yet most jeans simply mirrored those changes instead of offering support.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
27 Jan. 2026
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Using her background in cellular biology, Gueble propagated cell cultures that mirrored cancerous cells lacking MGMT and MMR.—
Isabella Backman,
Hartford Courant,
27 Jan. 2026
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Australian Open officials have not commented on Osaka’s withdrawal Saturday.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
24 Jan. 2026
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Though no Warriors players or coaches have publicly commented on the situation Saturday in Minneapolis, others in the NBA community have.—
Joseph Dycus,
Mercury News,
24 Jan. 2026
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The company’s stock was up about 8% midday, and analysts remarked that its outlook was better than expected.—
Tara Bannow,
STAT,
27 Jan. 2026
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Colleagues often remarked the ease at which Siegel could connect with a crew, which was one of his key characteristics.—
Payton Turkeltaub,
Variety,
21 Jan. 2026
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Some users, like Stalter, are deleting their accounts and leaving the app altogether (though some have also had trouble deleting their accounts, Fiesler noted).—
Scottie Andrew,
CNN Money,
27 Jan. 2026
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As Lee noted in his opening remarks, gold trading has deep roots in Hong Kong, spanning decades with jewelers, multinational corporations, SMEs, refineries, and investment firms.—
Sean Lee,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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But the judge opined that he was being asked to substitute his own judgment for the governor’s.—
Dan Sullivan,
The Orlando Sentinel,
2 Jan. 2026
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But the notable clue came seconds later, when Wingard opined on how Lawrence, 26, has benefited from Coen and staff’s coaching.—
Tom Krasovic,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
22 Dec. 2025
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“Reflected.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reflected. Accessed 30 Jan. 2026.
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