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as in mirroring
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 remarking
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 reflecting
Nearly 25 years after the attacks, the royal couple laid a bouquet of white flowers at the edge of the south reflecting pool, honoring the lives lost — including 67 British victims — during a brief ceremony on a chilly but sunny afternoon in lower Manhattan.
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Erin Hill, PEOPLE, 6 May 2026
The judge also ordered Malik to write a letter every December 20 while on probation acknowledging what happened and reflecting on how the crime affected her life.
—Ivan Taylor, CBS News, 6 May 2026
For those looking for something more local, there’s an interesting Peranakan cuisine menu at Straits & Co, reflecting the melting pot of the region’s merchant past.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 May 2026
According to a recent poll by Meganálisis, Rodríguez’s approval numbers remain mired in deeply negative territory, reflecting persistent distrust toward the ruling movement even after Maduro’s removal.
—Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 6 May 2026
Average ticket prices rose from $38 in 2024 to $43 in 2025, a measured increase reflecting what league executives describe as a focus on long-term fan strategy rather than aggressive price hikes.
—Asli Pelit, New York Times, 6 May 2026
The inaugural Salar International Film Festival (SalarFF) kicks off May 28-31, staged entirely on the 3,861 square mile expanse of pure white salt where rains transform the surface into a massive mirror reflecting the sky.
—Anna Marie De La Fuente, Variety, 6 May 2026
Buntrock presided over Waste Management’s 1993 renaming as WMX Technologies, aimed at reflecting efforts to branch out into environmental services.
—Bob Goldsborough, Chicago Tribune, 4 May 2026
Average annual income hovers around $58,000, reflecting a shortage of high-wage opportunities.
—Linh Tat, Oc Register, 4 May 2026
Erin Hill, PEOPLE, 6 May 2026
The judge also ordered Malik to write a letter every December 20 while on probation acknowledging what happened and reflecting on how the crime affected her life.
—Ivan Taylor, CBS News, 6 May 2026
For those looking for something more local, there’s an interesting Peranakan cuisine menu at Straits & Co, reflecting the melting pot of the region’s merchant past.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 May 2026
According to a recent poll by Meganálisis, Rodríguez’s approval numbers remain mired in deeply negative territory, reflecting persistent distrust toward the ruling movement even after Maduro’s removal.
—Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 6 May 2026
Average ticket prices rose from $38 in 2024 to $43 in 2025, a measured increase reflecting what league executives describe as a focus on long-term fan strategy rather than aggressive price hikes.
—Asli Pelit, New York Times, 6 May 2026
The inaugural Salar International Film Festival (SalarFF) kicks off May 28-31, staged entirely on the 3,861 square mile expanse of pure white salt where rains transform the surface into a massive mirror reflecting the sky.
—Anna Marie De La Fuente, Variety, 6 May 2026
Buntrock presided over Waste Management’s 1993 renaming as WMX Technologies, aimed at reflecting efforts to branch out into environmental services.
—Bob Goldsborough, Chicago Tribune, 4 May 2026
Average annual income hovers around $58,000, reflecting a shortage of high-wage opportunities.
—Linh Tat, Oc Register, 4 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reflecting
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The Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas reported last month that the growth in Texas' labor force had hit its lowest level since the Covid-19 pandemic, mirroring a nationwide decline.—
James Osborne,
Houston Chronicle,
6 May 2026
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The looks include the imprint of the sculpture Piedra del Sol on the Mexico shirt, and the iconic sky blue and white stripes of Argentina, mirroring the country's flag.—
Tanya Edwards,
USA Today,
1 May 2026
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Romney took note of his political journey during his remarks at Monday's celebration, remarking on the bipartisanship that made Romneycare possible.—
Jon Keller,
CBS News,
14 Apr. 2026
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Best Things to Do Driving, tasting, eating, and remarking about the beauty of this part of California filled our days, and visitors have so many places to see, depending on their interests, from wine to olive oil, craft beer, honey, cheese, and farm-fresh fruit and nuts.—
Patricia Doherty,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Apr. 2026
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After attending the funeral and mourning for the victim while standing beside the slain man’s father, Mamdani left the mosque without commenting to the press.—
Emma Seiwell,
New York Daily News,
30 Apr. 2026
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Trawick, who granted the motion after the verdict, was unable to be interviewed because judicial ethics rules prohibit judges from commenting on pending cases, an Eleventh Judicial Circuit spokesperson said.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
30 Apr. 2026
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But, in a note following the publication of Novo's earnings update, equity analysts at Jefferies said Novo's change in guidance was unlikely to have a positive impact on consensus forecasts — noting market expectations could even contract in response.—
Elsa Ohlen,Chloe Taylor,
CNBC,
6 May 2026
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Kelleher also brushed aside concerns of an erosion of pricing in the contract logistics market based on Amazon’s service expansion, noting that GXO’s churn rate is less than 5 percent.—
Glenn Taylor,
Footwear News,
6 May 2026
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Disagreeing with presidential actions is one thing, but opining on the psychology behind his decisions shows ignorance.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
26 Mar. 2026
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The New York Times is cheering them on, opining in a recent editorial that artificially raising the prices of legal cannabis through higher taxes and fees will dissuade adults from consuming it.—
Paul Armentano,
Boston Herald,
11 Mar. 2026
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“Reflecting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reflecting. Accessed 11 May. 2026.
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