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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
These are small operations run by passionate cooks, often reflecting the diverse backgrounds and bold flavors that make a food city great.
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Lauren Schuster, Kansas City Star, 15 Apr. 2026
Dallas-Fort Worth immigration judges granted asylum relief to just a handful of applicants in February, reflecting a nationwide trend of denying asylum seekers protection from deportation.
—Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 Apr. 2026
While in New York, the king will visit a grassroots community organization that mentors children and young people affected by food insecurity through a sustainable urban farming after-school program, reflecting his longtime interest in environmental and social causes.
—Fernando Cervantes Jr, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
Now, that figure has nearly doubled to 27% – reflecting a broad shift in sentiment across the American public, especially among Democrats and young people.
—Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 15 Apr. 2026
The 17 contenders fit the mold of reflecting narrow interests.
—Dan Walters, Mercury News, 15 Apr. 2026
The market sells foods from around the world, reflecting Canada’s diverse population, and some of the stalls have been there for generations.
—Kalpana Fitzpatrick, TheWeek, 15 Apr. 2026
Ballet Folklorico announced Martinez's passing on Sunday with a Facebook post, reflecting on her impact through culture.
—Matthew Ablon, CBS News, 14 Apr. 2026
Denver had the state’s second-largest population loss last year at 978, reflecting net domestic outflows of 8,023, less a natural increase of 4,197, and continued immigration of 2,871.
—Aldo Svaldi, Denver Post, 8 Apr. 2026
Lauren Schuster, Kansas City Star, 15 Apr. 2026
Dallas-Fort Worth immigration judges granted asylum relief to just a handful of applicants in February, reflecting a nationwide trend of denying asylum seekers protection from deportation.
—Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 Apr. 2026
While in New York, the king will visit a grassroots community organization that mentors children and young people affected by food insecurity through a sustainable urban farming after-school program, reflecting his longtime interest in environmental and social causes.
—Fernando Cervantes Jr, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
Now, that figure has nearly doubled to 27% – reflecting a broad shift in sentiment across the American public, especially among Democrats and young people.
—Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 15 Apr. 2026
The 17 contenders fit the mold of reflecting narrow interests.
—Dan Walters, Mercury News, 15 Apr. 2026
The market sells foods from around the world, reflecting Canada’s diverse population, and some of the stalls have been there for generations.
—Kalpana Fitzpatrick, TheWeek, 15 Apr. 2026
Ballet Folklorico announced Martinez's passing on Sunday with a Facebook post, reflecting on her impact through culture.
—Matthew Ablon, CBS News, 14 Apr. 2026
Denver had the state’s second-largest population loss last year at 978, reflecting net domestic outflows of 8,023, less a natural increase of 4,197, and continued immigration of 2,871.
—Aldo Svaldi, Denver Post, 8 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reflecting
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Each episode will end with a cliffhanger, mirroring the instalments of Conan Soyle book.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
16 Apr. 2026
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Charlotte's second-ever royal tour saw the toddler mirroring her mom's wardrobe in pink and purple pastels.—
Emma Banks,
InStyle,
12 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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Although September’s attack had an even wider reach, the threat was quickly contained, with some experts remarking that the hacker appeared sloppy.—
Michael Kan,
PC Magazine,
31 Mar. 2026
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In May 2024, Musk confirmed on X that he had been joined by his son at an event, commenting on a photo of them together.—
Emma Banks,
InStyle,
11 Apr. 2026
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His face is not commenting [on] something.—
Anne Thompson,
IndieWire,
8 Apr. 2026
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Two people had been taken into custody, police said, also noting that a firearm had been recovered.—
Dean Fioresi,
CBS News,
15 Apr. 2026
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People was the first to report the brand’s massive commercial appeal at launch, noting that the label netted over $1 million in sales within its very first hour.—
Danielle Minnetian,
FOXNews.com,
15 Apr. 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 20 Apr. 2026.
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