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as in remark
a briefly expressed opinion
does anyone want to share their reflections on the passage we just read?
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as in consideration
a careful weighing of the reasons for or against something
after reflection, they decided to refuse the offer on the house
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Recent Examples of reflection
Word of a two-week ceasefire sent oil plunging and stocks soaring on Wednesday, a reflection of the strait’s importance to global commerce.
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Vanessa Yurkevich, CNN Money, 9 Apr. 2026
Besler is part of the montage of key influences and reflections of the growth of the game here — a point nicely made by Tocco as Besler was heading to Brazil in 2014.
—Kansas City Star, 8 Apr. 2026
Through Alisa’s camera, viewers experience the stark reality of the Ukrainian frontline, from the quiet moments of reflection to the chaos of missile strikes.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 8 Apr. 2026
Rejection is usually about timing or redirection, not a reflection of your worth.
—Perrie Samotin, Glamour, 8 Apr. 2026
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Vanessa Yurkevich, CNN Money, 9 Apr. 2026
Besler is part of the montage of key influences and reflections of the growth of the game here — a point nicely made by Tocco as Besler was heading to Brazil in 2014.
—Kansas City Star, 8 Apr. 2026
Through Alisa’s camera, viewers experience the stark reality of the Ukrainian frontline, from the quiet moments of reflection to the chaos of missile strikes.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 8 Apr. 2026
Rejection is usually about timing or redirection, not a reflection of your worth.
—Perrie Samotin, Glamour, 8 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reflection
Noun
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Zelenskyy made his first public acknowledgment of the operations Wednesday in remarks to reporters that were embargoed until Friday.—
Brian Dakss,
CBS News,
11 Apr. 2026
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His remarks were broadcast on April 9 during an interview in Havana with NBC's Meet the Press anchor Kristen Welker.—
Rick Jervis,
USA Today,
10 Apr. 2026
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The scandal, meanwhile, will be the main topic of conversation when the cast reunites later this month to film the Summer House reunion.—
McKinley Franklin,
HollywoodReporter,
8 Apr. 2026
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Through favors and coercion, both couples vie for the approval of the elitist club’s billionaire owner, Chairwoman Park (Youn Yuh Jung), who struggles to manage her own scandal involving her second husband, Doctor Kim (Song Kang Ho).—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
8 Apr. 2026
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The pool is kept intentionally small, with just 12 to 16 proposals from 10 to 12 artists up for consideration each year.—
Niyaz Pirani,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Apr. 2026
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Whether whole, ground, or made into oil, each form of flaxseed brings unique advantages and considerations.—
Kirsten Nunez,
Martha Stewart,
10 Apr. 2026
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An attorney for Lashley could not immediately be reached for comment.—
Angel Saunders,
PEOPLE,
10 Apr. 2026
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Representatives from the Cushman School did not respond to requests for comment.—
Ashley Miznazi,
Miami Herald,
9 Apr. 2026
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But the way some of these other immigrants are getting treated in our country right now is a travesty and a disgrace.—
William Earl,
Variety,
5 Apr. 2026
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Michael Lorenzen took the mound with conviction to be part of the solution at Coors Field, and exited in disgrace.—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
4 Apr. 2026
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The trial lasted three weeks, but when the case went to the jury, on March 20th, deliberations took less than six hours.—
Patrick Radden Keefe,
New Yorker,
13 Apr. 2026
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Although Braddy’s age didn’t come up in their deliberations, the jurors acknowledged that had Braddy received the death penalty, the now 76-year-old would likely never be executed.—
Grethel Aguila,
Miami Herald,
11 Apr. 2026
Noun
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School notes show at times, Jojo left the classroom without permission, threw things and tried to hit a classmate.—
Cheryl Fiandaca,
CBS News,
8 Apr. 2026
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Unlike the standard-level course, the dual credit option separates anatomy, or structure, from physiology, or function to allow for deeper investigation, Howard’s presentation notes.—
Molly Morrow,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Apr. 2026
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The aluminum and paraben-free formula applies easily and doesn’t leave stains or residue.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
8 Apr. 2026
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Designed to blend easily, dry quickly, stay off your clothes (stain-free) and last about six to seven days.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
7 Apr. 2026
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“Reflection.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reflection. Accessed 15 Apr. 2026.
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