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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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Mayor Lurie closed his remarks on an optimistic note, celebrating both the project and the community.—
Maddie White,
CBS News,
10 June 2026
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And Xi’s remarks this time around were also missing a key phrase.—
Simone McCarthy,
CNN Money,
9 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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Outside of income, there are additional demographic considerations driving these trends within the segment of single female homeowners.—
Kathy Collins,
Fortune,
6 June 2026
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In 2025, the office was hoping to tackle neuroethics — questions of sentience in brain organoids and considerations for recipients of brain-computer interfaces.—
Megan Molteni,
STAT,
5 June 2026
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Any questions, comments or complaints regarding this Sweepstakes must be directed to the Sponsor only, and NOT to Instagram, Facebook, or their affiliated entities.—
AJC.com,
AJC.com,
8 June 2026
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But the comments are where the fun really starts.—
Richard Wagoner,
Daily News,
8 June 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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Attorneys will finalize jury instructions before deliberations begin following the closing arguments on Tuesday.—
Shambhavi Rimal,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 June 2026
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Closing arguments in the case are slated for Tuesday morning, after which the jury will start deliberations.—
Suzanne Gamboa,
NBC news,
8 June 2026
Noun
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The Jurassic Park screenwriter notes that aliens, both real and fictional, might exist entirely outside of the bounds of human comprehension.—
Wesley Stenzel,
Entertainment Weekly,
12 June 2026
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Judd is great at deflecting studio notes.—
Simon Bland,
IndieWire,
12 June 2026
Noun
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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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“Reflections.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reflections. Accessed 13 Jun. 2026.
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