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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 reflections and depth of artistry were mocked.
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Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 20 May 2026
However, isolating signals in complex, noisy environments filled with background clutter and self-motion reflections poses a major survival challenge.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 19 May 2026
One of the film’s biggest reflections involves a heady discourse on dialectical materialism, a complicated philosophical principle based on how opposing forces and contradictions fuel change.
—Randy Myers, Mercury News, 18 May 2026
As a result, in 2016, a number of students secretly started jotting down Fasano’s wisest reflections and surprised him with a notebook filled with them at the end of the semester.
—Tereza Shkurtaj, PEOPLE, 17 May 2026
Historically, Rostam solo albums are full of pensive and personal moments—reflections on life while taking long walks, weighing conflicted emotions while lounging in bed—and this one is no exception.
—Molly Mary O’Brien, Pitchfork, 15 May 2026
So for more heartfelt reflections, let’s rely on some folks who knew him best.
—Tyler Estep, AJC.com, 15 May 2026
Directed by Soderbergh, the documentary presents the nearly complete interview for the first time, framed by reflections from those who were present.
—Alex Ritman, Variety, 14 May 2026
Below is an excerpt of Scopin’s photos and reflections from the book, which was released in late April by Kerber Verlag.
—Curbed Editors, Curbed, 13 May 2026
Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 20 May 2026
However, isolating signals in complex, noisy environments filled with background clutter and self-motion reflections poses a major survival challenge.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 19 May 2026
One of the film’s biggest reflections involves a heady discourse on dialectical materialism, a complicated philosophical principle based on how opposing forces and contradictions fuel change.
—Randy Myers, Mercury News, 18 May 2026
As a result, in 2016, a number of students secretly started jotting down Fasano’s wisest reflections and surprised him with a notebook filled with them at the end of the semester.
—Tereza Shkurtaj, PEOPLE, 17 May 2026
Historically, Rostam solo albums are full of pensive and personal moments—reflections on life while taking long walks, weighing conflicted emotions while lounging in bed—and this one is no exception.
—Molly Mary O’Brien, Pitchfork, 15 May 2026
So for more heartfelt reflections, let’s rely on some folks who knew him best.
—Tyler Estep, AJC.com, 15 May 2026
Directed by Soderbergh, the documentary presents the nearly complete interview for the first time, framed by reflections from those who were present.
—Alex Ritman, Variety, 14 May 2026
Below is an excerpt of Scopin’s photos and reflections from the book, which was released in late April by Kerber Verlag.
—Curbed Editors, Curbed, 13 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reflections
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Fresh restrictions targeting Japan in early 2026, after Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s remarks on Taiwan, sent another tremor through magnet supply chains that feed everything from F-35s to Ford F-150 Lightnings.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
26 May 2026
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The court’s ruling was based, mainly, on a flurry of inappropriate remarks Hill made to jurors as the defense began its case.—
James Lasdun,
New Yorker,
26 May 2026
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In fact, the actress and singer has dated other big names and been involved in her share of romantic scandals.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
28 May 2026
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Lawsuits, homeless encampments and corruption scandals have dogged the campus for decades, but luckily for Tourville, the West LA VA has come a long way.—
Quil Lawrence,
NPR,
28 May 2026
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Planning considerations in the current environment A strong financial plan anticipates how higher costs affect your life.—
Bruce Helmer,
Twin Cities,
23 May 2026
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After years of activity, the club closed in 1967 due to financial considerations and availability of other options.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
23 May 2026
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His comments come on the back of recent warnings by the International Energy Agency that the global oil market could face a critical supply squeeze during the peak summer consumption period, especially if Middle Eastern exports fail to recover and inventories continue falling.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
25 May 2026
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Since then, the video has gone viral, racking up millions of views and thousands of comments from people celebrating alongside the family.—
Jordan Greene,
PEOPLE,
25 May 2026
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Had all those court cases and public disgraces dampened his hubris?—
Maer Roshan,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Mar. 2026
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But in the end, deliberations would only last about three hours.—
Natalie Morales,
CBS News,
24 May 2026
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The order would have established a framework for the government to vet the national security risks of the most advanced AI systems before their public release, according to a person familiar with the White House’s deliberations with the tech industry but not authorized to speak about them publicly.—
Collin Binkley,
Los Angeles Times,
22 May 2026
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Luckily for neophytes, the menu offers easy-to-understand tasting notes.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 May 2026
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Robert Sumwalt, former chairman of NTSB, has described how the federal agency restricts listening access to a handful of people who must first sign a log and nondisclosure agreement, with cellphones being left outside and handwritten notes being destroyed afterward.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
22 May 2026
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Before any storm is on the radar, photograph the entire roof system from the ground, capture close-ups of shingles, flashings, vents and gutters, and check the attic interior for any pre-existing stains or moisture.—
David Nye,
The Orlando Sentinel,
27 May 2026
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Lindsay is very real for worrying about her pit stains.—
Emma Specter,
Vogue,
27 May 2026
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“Reflections.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reflections. Accessed 29 May. 2026.
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