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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
Pricing sits at the upper end of the Turkish market, reflecting the case complexity ASMED tends to accept.
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Ascend Agency, Daily News, 17 June 2026
Now retired, Engoron sat down with CBS News for his first on-camera interview since the 2023 trial, reflecting on his career and the highs and lows of his moment in the spotlight.
—Graham Kates, CBS News, 17 June 2026
Latino, Asian and other minorities bring the total nonwhite share to about 40% — roughly reflecting the state’s overall population.
—Bill Barrow, Los Angeles Times, 17 June 2026
Will hydrogen peroxide fix the reflecting pool?
—Mike Stunson, USA Today, 17 June 2026
Since launch, daily watch time per viewer on Tadka has grown fivefold, reflecting sustained engagement with the format.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 11 June 2026
In all these books, animals serve as mirrors, reflecting our personal and societal shortcomings and shame, our hubris, anxiety, and moral failings.
—Literary Hub, 9 June 2026
The guest cabins, meanwhile, are inspired by the owner’s favorite places, including Italy and French Polynesia, with bespoke commissioned art pieces reflecting those locations.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 9 June 2026
But in the wake of the war in Gaza as well as the war in Iran, the organization has become a lightning-rod issue in multiple Democratic races this year, reflecting a drop in public sentiment toward Israel as well as AIPAC’s influence.
—Philip Wang, Time, 3 June 2026
Ascend Agency, Daily News, 17 June 2026
Now retired, Engoron sat down with CBS News for his first on-camera interview since the 2023 trial, reflecting on his career and the highs and lows of his moment in the spotlight.
—Graham Kates, CBS News, 17 June 2026
Latino, Asian and other minorities bring the total nonwhite share to about 40% — roughly reflecting the state’s overall population.
—Bill Barrow, Los Angeles Times, 17 June 2026
Will hydrogen peroxide fix the reflecting pool?
—Mike Stunson, USA Today, 17 June 2026
Since launch, daily watch time per viewer on Tadka has grown fivefold, reflecting sustained engagement with the format.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 11 June 2026
In all these books, animals serve as mirrors, reflecting our personal and societal shortcomings and shame, our hubris, anxiety, and moral failings.
—Literary Hub, 9 June 2026
The guest cabins, meanwhile, are inspired by the owner’s favorite places, including Italy and French Polynesia, with bespoke commissioned art pieces reflecting those locations.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 9 June 2026
But in the wake of the war in Gaza as well as the war in Iran, the organization has become a lightning-rod issue in multiple Democratic races this year, reflecting a drop in public sentiment toward Israel as well as AIPAC’s influence.
—Philip Wang, Time, 3 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reflecting
Verb
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Someone could be mirroring your intensity or challenging your confidence.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
17 June 2026
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The drop is mirroring the fall in oil prices, as investors react to a potential end to the war with Iran.—
Diana Olick,
CNBC,
17 June 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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Spencer Pratt did not hold back in a new social media video post, commenting on problems in the city and the remaining Los Angeles mayoral candidates following his loss in the primary.—
Julie Sharp,
CBS News,
12 June 2026
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On the gallery’s Instagram page, leading figures within the Brussel’s art scene have been commenting on the closure since the announcement.—
Devorah Lauter,
ARTnews.com,
11 June 2026
Verb
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Every other sale worth noting, below.—
Aemilia Madden,
Vogue,
18 June 2026
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Stolz agrees, noting that in their second act, they’re used less intensely.—
Caitlin Gunther,
Architectural Digest,
17 June 2026
Verb
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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 Jun. 2026.
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