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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3
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 glass must be strong and the surface clean, as reflections below the glass have to be controlled, along with balanced lighting from underneath, and even the ceiling background is carefully planned.
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Lex Goldstein, PEOPLE, 9 Nov. 2025
The death of former Vice President Dick Cheney earlier this week has evoked divisive reflections across the United States toward one of Washington's most influential figures of the century.
—Tom O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Nov. 2025
Part therapy session, part history project, the exercise draws from Indigenous traditions to cultivate memories and bring out reflections about the Ojibwe language, practices and community.
—Holly J. McDede, CNN Money, 7 Nov. 2025
By modeling the physics behind this phenomenon, researchers discovered that the human hand’s sensitivity approaches the theoretical limit of what can be detected through mechanical reflections.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 7 Nov. 2025
Some shared their reflections on the deadly event while trying to process what happened.
—Ray Padilla, Louisville Courier Journal, 6 Nov. 2025
Its anti-glare matte display keeps reflections in check, and motion and brightness sensor automatically adjust settings that would suit you.
—PC Magazine, 3 Nov. 2025
Equally illuminating are the candid, often unflattering, reflections of his exes (including Isabella Rossellini) and daughters, who for decades took a back seat to his art-making and addictions.
—Judy Berman, Time, 30 Oct. 2025
Tweaks to videos like removing smoke or reflections in water surfaces or changing shadows or lighting, can be handled across entire videos instead of a frame at a time.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 29 Oct. 2025
Lex Goldstein, PEOPLE, 9 Nov. 2025
The death of former Vice President Dick Cheney earlier this week has evoked divisive reflections across the United States toward one of Washington's most influential figures of the century.
—Tom O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Nov. 2025
Part therapy session, part history project, the exercise draws from Indigenous traditions to cultivate memories and bring out reflections about the Ojibwe language, practices and community.
—Holly J. McDede, CNN Money, 7 Nov. 2025
By modeling the physics behind this phenomenon, researchers discovered that the human hand’s sensitivity approaches the theoretical limit of what can be detected through mechanical reflections.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 7 Nov. 2025
Some shared their reflections on the deadly event while trying to process what happened.
—Ray Padilla, Louisville Courier Journal, 6 Nov. 2025
Its anti-glare matte display keeps reflections in check, and motion and brightness sensor automatically adjust settings that would suit you.
—PC Magazine, 3 Nov. 2025
Equally illuminating are the candid, often unflattering, reflections of his exes (including Isabella Rossellini) and daughters, who for decades took a back seat to his art-making and addictions.
—Judy Berman, Time, 30 Oct. 2025
Tweaks to videos like removing smoke or reflections in water surfaces or changing shadows or lighting, can be handled across entire videos instead of a frame at a time.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 29 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reflections
Noun
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His remarks come as China sends new signals on its crypto ambitions.—
Yeo Boon Ping,
CNBC,
6 Nov. 2025
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The Journal and subsequently other media outlets seized on the remarks as suggesting the company was seeking a federal guarantee.—
Steve Kopack,
NBC news,
6 Nov. 2025
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The Belgian Catholic Church has been rocked by a series of devastating clerical abuse scandals in recent years, which Pope Francis confronted directly during a visit to Belgium last year, spending more than two hours with survivors.—
Christopher Lamb,
CNN Money,
8 Nov. 2025
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As sports-betting apps have spread, there has been a definite uptick in public gambling scandals involving athletes.—
Jay Caspian Kang,
New Yorker,
7 Nov. 2025
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For Black women, solo travel comes with its own unique set of considerations.—
Essence,
Essence,
7 Nov. 2025
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There are practical considerations, too.—
Ivana Kottasová,
CNN Money,
7 Nov. 2025
Noun
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His 2007 remarks on race were not the first time Watson struck a nerve with his comments.—
Orianna Rosa Royle,
Fortune,
9 Nov. 2025
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But after receiving backlash from within his own party over the comments, Wadephul has sought to stress that his overall view remains in alignment with his party.—
Sophie Tanno,
CNN Money,
9 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Throughout budget deliberations, council members shared concerns about the timeline of the budget roll-out that allowed for little time to create amendments, causing clashes between the city's finance committee and the mayor's office.—
Vanessa Swales,
jsonline.com,
7 Nov. 2025
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The verdict comes after the jury began deliberations Wednesday afternoon in the high-profile civil case.—
Meredith Deliso,
ABC News,
6 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The prosecutor’s spokesperson said Yeo was making excuses that did not make sense about the notes discovered on his mobile phone.—
Reuters 2 hr ago,
CNN Money,
10 Nov. 2025
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In this edition, translators Ana Martínez and Heather Hennes add a preface and explanatory notes that give additional context to the story.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Stubborn stains, such as makeup, grass, and nail polish, can also benefit from a hot water wash.—
Patricia Shannon,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Nov. 2025
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Leaks, ceiling stains or granules in gutters may signal damaged or missing asphalt shingles.—
Diana Leyva,
Nashville Tennessean,
8 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Take this survey and share your thoughts with us.—
USA TODAY Network,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
12 Nov. 2025
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Kiffin was recently asked for his thoughts on the first set of College Football Playoff rankings.—
Matt Audilet,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Nov. 2025
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“Reflections.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reflections. Accessed 14 Nov. 2025.
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