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as in remarks
a briefly expressed opinion
does anyone want to share their reflections on the passage we just read?
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as in scandals
a cause of shame
your constant lying is a serious reflection on your character
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as in considerations
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 reflections
The result is a flamboyant seven-episode season that blends rock-opera style performances (the season will feature 20 original songs) with personal reflections from its flashy frontman.
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Yvonne Villarreal, Los Angeles Times, 12 June 2026
At its center shined a stunning Burmese pigeon’s blood ruby of over 6 carats, with reflections evoking Caravaggio’s signature chiaroscuro technique.
—Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 11 June 2026
View from the East Wing includes reflections on four years in the White House as First Lady—a period that included COVID, the start of the war in Ukraine, trips overseas, and initiatives to bolster women’s health and community colleges.
—Julia Terruso, Time, 11 June 2026
Echoing the disorientation of grief, the novel doesn’t take the form of a straightforward story, but rather a mosaic of flashbacks, anecdotes, and reflections.
—Literary Hub, 9 June 2026
Unlike a traditional greatest hits show, the production combines live performance with storytelling, visual elements and reflections on fame, trauma, healing and self-discovery.
—Spin Staff, SPIN, 9 June 2026
Since the beginning of April, Garcia-Jahrman has documented nearly every step of the process on social media, sharing construction updates, branding decisions, hiring announcements and personal reflections with followers and friends.
—Jessica Alvarado Gamez, Denver Post, 7 June 2026
Presumably they’re distorted reflections of other humans.
—Tasha Robinson, Vulture, 29 May 2026
Through witty and accessible reflections of his life and ideas, the book offers a compelling introduction to how philosophy is both a way of thinking and living.
—Theodore McDarrah, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
Yvonne Villarreal, Los Angeles Times, 12 June 2026
At its center shined a stunning Burmese pigeon’s blood ruby of over 6 carats, with reflections evoking Caravaggio’s signature chiaroscuro technique.
—Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 11 June 2026
View from the East Wing includes reflections on four years in the White House as First Lady—a period that included COVID, the start of the war in Ukraine, trips overseas, and initiatives to bolster women’s health and community colleges.
—Julia Terruso, Time, 11 June 2026
Echoing the disorientation of grief, the novel doesn’t take the form of a straightforward story, but rather a mosaic of flashbacks, anecdotes, and reflections.
—Literary Hub, 9 June 2026
Unlike a traditional greatest hits show, the production combines live performance with storytelling, visual elements and reflections on fame, trauma, healing and self-discovery.
—Spin Staff, SPIN, 9 June 2026
Since the beginning of April, Garcia-Jahrman has documented nearly every step of the process on social media, sharing construction updates, branding decisions, hiring announcements and personal reflections with followers and friends.
—Jessica Alvarado Gamez, Denver Post, 7 June 2026
Presumably they’re distorted reflections of other humans.
—Tasha Robinson, Vulture, 29 May 2026
Through witty and accessible reflections of his life and ideas, the book offers a compelling introduction to how philosophy is both a way of thinking and living.
—Theodore McDarrah, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reflections
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Closer is reporting that Eugenie was heckled by a man who made several remarks about her father months ago, and that she has been left wary after having to call the royal protection team.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
16 June 2026
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Continue reading … OUT OF TOUCH — Texas Democrat's old grocery-store remarks clash with affordability campaign.—
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FOXNews.com,
16 June 2026
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Corruption scandals of the kind Milei vowed to eradicate upon taking office have struck a nerve against the backdrop of his efforts to defund education, health care and social assistance.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
11 June 2026
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Deficient Integrity leads to scandals like match-fixing, while excessive rigidity can stifle adaptability.—
Mary Crossan,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
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Therefore, the decision between single- and two-phase cooling methods is often based on each data center project’s specific needs, reliability requirements, and cost considerations.—
Ni Tao,
Interesting Engineering,
19 Aug. 2025
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Below are some high-level guidelines and considerations for product managers looking to leverage MCP in their roadmap.—
Ashay Satav,
Forbes.com,
19 Aug. 2025
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Vote on the choices below and visit the comments section to weigh in.—
Ashley Fetters Maloy,
Washington Post,
16 June 2026
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Hokit, who has a history of making tasteless comments after his fights, including the same Obama jab, drew mixed reaction from the UFC Freedom 250 crowd — and also from social media users, with some repeating the false claim in the comments on Hokit’s Instagram page and others chiding it.—
Alexandra Del Rosario,
Los Angeles Times,
15 June 2026
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Seal grout lines once or twice a year to protect against moisture, dirt, and stains, reducing future cleaning efforts.—
Jamie Cuccinelli,
Martha Stewart,
10 June 2026
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There's just big coffee mugs with old stains and locals in flannel shirts talking about the day.—
Emily Blackwood,
PEOPLE,
10 June 2026
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Commissioners have heard presentations from county officials and deliberations will continue through Wednesday, June 17, according to Tripple’s presentation.—
Idaho Statesman,
Idaho Statesman,
15 June 2026
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On Capitol Hill, where months-long negotiations over the renewal of the FISA 702 program appeared close to an end, Pulte's appointment came as a surprise to the lawmakers involved in the deliberations.—
Eric McDaniel,
NPR,
11 June 2026
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Rite in the Rain Waterproof Notebook Small but thoughtful, this all-weather notebook lets campers jot trail notes, maps, or memories even in downpours.—
Francesca Krempa,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Dec. 2025
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It’s produced with intention and a remarkable spectrum of flavor profiles ranging from savory and peaty to bright and almost creamy with notes of banana or vanilla.—
Von Diaz,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
11 Dec. 2025
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Nguyen, who publishes heady critical essays on Substack, has some appealingly contrarian thoughts.—
Jay Caspian Kang,
New Yorker,
9 Dec. 2025
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Here, as in The Passenger, the author’s cinematic structure displays carefully calibrated shifts of perspective, as close-ups revealing the inner thoughts of the protagonists give way to long shots that vividly evoke the vibrant and often violent city that was Berlin.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
9 Dec. 2025
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