1
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
His work stands as a reminder, inviting reflection.
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Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 4 Aug. 2025
When emotions are overwhelming, the garden provides a place for quiet reflection and gentle action.
—Danielle Bauter, Oc Register, 4 Aug. 2025
Do The Emotional Work Emotional Intelligence is a reflection of one's relationship with oneself.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 30 July 2025
The east-west academic divide in Austin is a reflection of significant transition of teachers and leadership in some campuses with the greatest needs, said Laurie Solis, president of the Austin Council of Parent Teacher Associations.
—Keri Heath, Austin American Statesman, 30 July 2025
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Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 4 Aug. 2025
When emotions are overwhelming, the garden provides a place for quiet reflection and gentle action.
—Danielle Bauter, Oc Register, 4 Aug. 2025
Do The Emotional Work Emotional Intelligence is a reflection of one's relationship with oneself.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 30 July 2025
The east-west academic divide in Austin is a reflection of significant transition of teachers and leadership in some campuses with the greatest needs, said Laurie Solis, president of the Austin Council of Parent Teacher Associations.
—Keri Heath, Austin American Statesman, 30 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for reflection
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reflection
Noun
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Through a spokesperson, Coleman declined to comment on his remarks.—
Lucas Aulbach,
The Courier-Journal,
5 Aug. 2025
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Social psychologist Erica Boothby and behavioral scientist Xuan Zhao break down the science of compliments and make the case for accepting the kind remarks about you.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
4 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Even lesser-scale incidents like the Varsity Blues college admissions scandal and the Volkswagen emissions scandal erode trust in the institutions that help make our society possible and push it forward.—
Lindsey Witmer Collins,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Eight months later, Facebook was rocked by one of the biggest scandals ever to strike the tech industry.—
Noah Giansiracusa,
Time,
7 Aug. 2025
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One poignant example of the administration’s power came when the Federal Communications Commission approved an $8 billion merger between Paramount and Skydance Media, with Skydance vowing to end DEI considerations in hiring, promotions, development and compensation.—
Antonio Pequeño IV,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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Coastal commissioners, however, commended the promenade plan and emphasized that, in future projects, parking issues should not be a primary consideration.—
Erika I. Ritchie,
Oc Register,
15 Aug. 2025
Noun
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An attempt to reach Hill for comment Friday evening was unsuccessful.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
16 Aug. 2025
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The Patchogue-Medford School District, where advocates say Manuel attended high school, did not return a request for comment Friday.—
Cayla Bamberger,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Aug. 2025
Noun
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But from a social perspective, disgrace and ruin were very real, pressing threats.—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
28 July 2025
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You may get fired for acting that way, but there's honor in that—and nothing but disgrace for those who don't stand up.—
Kate Plummer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 July 2025
Noun
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And with one little comment comes an element of playfulness seldom seen inside Project Runway’s deliberations, leaving room for the idea that sometimes cool girls might be OK with looking like a couch cushion in the back if the front is the moment!—
Claire Franken,
TVLine,
31 July 2025
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Jury deliberations in his murder trial began Tuesday afternoon after the prosecution and defense took turns laying out their closing arguments in the case.—
Andi Babineau,
CNN Money,
29 July 2025
Noun
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The second section contains the letters, with notes from Guralnick appended.—
Stephanie Zacharek,
Time,
7 Aug. 2025
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The newspaper later reported that Clinton was also among those who wrote a note to Epstein, while both Trump and Clinton were found in photos in the disgraced financier’s home.—
Lauren Green,
The Washington Examiner,
7 Aug. 2025
Noun
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From old stains to unpleasant smells, these quirks are worth fixing on your secondhand and heirloom finds.—
Jennifer Prince,
Southern Living,
2 Aug. 2025
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Tide-To-Go, a pen that removes stains from fabrics, is also good for quick clean-ups, as is WD-40.—
Josh Max,
Forbes.com,
28 July 2025
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“Reflection.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reflection. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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