1
as in remarks
a briefly expressed opinion
does anyone want to share their reflections on the passage we just read?
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2
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 algorithms, Zhu explained, filter out unwanted noise such as moonlight reflections, auroral light, the shadowing by clouds and vegetation, and even differences caused by the viewing angle of the satellite during different passes.
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Tereza Pultarova, Space.com, 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
By intertwining his own footage with that from drones and helmet cameras, Chernov immerses viewers in the realities of modern combat, prompting reflections on the costs of reclaiming territory and the meaning of liberation amidst destruction.
—Brande Victorian, HollywoodReporter, 7 Apr. 2026
Spirits would become hypnotized by the bottles' bright colors and reflections, trapping them until the morning sunlight killed them.
—Abby Fribush, Southern Living, 7 Apr. 2026
Carpenter wears a men’s suit jacket and squeezes Cline’s butt, and the girls kiss their own reflections.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 6 Apr. 2026
One is taking photos, using a blue shroud to prevent reflections and a zoom lens, and the other is using a portable computing device to make annotations.
—CBS News, 6 Apr. 2026
The first such event happened on Thursday, with reporters prompting the crew to share some fascinating details and reflections.
—Jackie Wattles, CNN Money, 3 Apr. 2026
Small reflections can disrupt performance.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 2 Apr. 2026
Tereza Pultarova, Space.com, 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
By intertwining his own footage with that from drones and helmet cameras, Chernov immerses viewers in the realities of modern combat, prompting reflections on the costs of reclaiming territory and the meaning of liberation amidst destruction.
—Brande Victorian, HollywoodReporter, 7 Apr. 2026
Spirits would become hypnotized by the bottles' bright colors and reflections, trapping them until the morning sunlight killed them.
—Abby Fribush, Southern Living, 7 Apr. 2026
Carpenter wears a men’s suit jacket and squeezes Cline’s butt, and the girls kiss their own reflections.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 6 Apr. 2026
One is taking photos, using a blue shroud to prevent reflections and a zoom lens, and the other is using a portable computing device to make annotations.
—CBS News, 6 Apr. 2026
The first such event happened on Thursday, with reporters prompting the crew to share some fascinating details and reflections.
—Jackie Wattles, CNN Money, 3 Apr. 2026
Small reflections can disrupt performance.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 2 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reflections
Noun
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Three current council members, including Hillary Shields, congratulated Lopez in brief remarks at his party.—
Nathan Pilling,
Kansas City Star,
8 Apr. 2026
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West did apologize to various religious leaders for his past remarks, and in a January interview with Vanity Fair, cited years of mental health challenges as a source of his behavior.—
Jeff Ihaza,
Rolling Stone,
7 Apr. 2026
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That was just one of many costly and infuriating scandals involving California’s disability system.—
The Editorial Board,
Oc Register,
8 Apr. 2026
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The internet — primed by years of Sherry Pie-style scandals and alumni drama — began digging.—
Seth Abramovitch,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Apr. 2026
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Barring other dietary considerations, that meant a person weighing 150 pounds (68 kg) should aim to get around 54 grams a day.—
Rich Bellis,
NBC news,
11 Apr. 2026
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However, additional environmental and economic considerations should also influence your choice.—
Markis Hill,
Kansas City Star,
11 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The comments about Borom playing right guard, plus Campbell’s reasoning behind a potential Sewell move, point to a move this offseason.—
Colton Pouncy,
New York Times,
7 Apr. 2026
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Join the conversation in the comments of our weekly recaps for a chance to be featured in the newsletter.—
The Editors,
Vulture,
6 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Had all those court cases and public disgraces dampened his hubris?—
Maer Roshan,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Some of those players have also been suing the NCAA about eligibility limits, and their right to do that has been a major sticking point in the congressional deliberations.—
MARK LONG,
Arkansas Online,
5 Apr. 2026
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Some have also been suing the NCAA about eligibility limits, and their right to do that has been a major sticking point in the Congressional deliberations.—
Mark Long,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Apr. 2026
Noun
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This is owing to the high pitch of the notes, the tension of the strings, and the small body of the instrument.—
Tim Parks,
New Yorker,
11 Apr. 2026
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The ground there is filled with flowers and handwritten notes.—
Meg Anderson,
NPR,
10 Apr. 2026
Noun
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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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Pressure wash away stains and dirt buildup.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Miami Herald,
6 Apr. 2026
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“Reflections.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reflections. Accessed 13 Apr. 2026.
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