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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
Presumably they’re distorted reflections of other humans.
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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
Some of those memories are on video — including this podcast with reflections on his relationship with Sheikh Hamad and the rise of Qatar’s energy industry.
—Mohammed Sergie, semafor.com, 28 May 2026
Its high-contrast CrystGlow HVA panel reduces light reflections, while up to 2,800 precise dimming zones deliver pure ink blacks alongside an intense HDR 2600 nits of peak brightness.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 26 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
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
Some of those memories are on video — including this podcast with reflections on his relationship with Sheikh Hamad and the rise of Qatar’s energy industry.
—Mohammed Sergie, semafor.com, 28 May 2026
Its high-contrast CrystGlow HVA panel reduces light reflections, while up to 2,800 precise dimming zones deliver pure ink blacks alongside an intense HDR 2600 nits of peak brightness.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 26 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
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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Millions upon millions of people are using generative AI as their ongoing advisor on mental health considerations (note that ChatGPT alone has over 900 million weekly active users, a notable proportion of which dip into mental health aspects, see my analysis at the link here).—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
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Beyond the practical considerations like stadium sites and financing, experts say the MLB will also examine cities’ demographics and corporate presence.—
Chris Biderman,
Sacbee.com,
29 May 2026
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To critics, Harden's comments illustrated how economic incentives can outweigh public commitments to free expression when China is involved.—
Alejandro Avila OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
2 June 2026
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His comments come as concerns mount over the possibility of AI replacing jobs and worries that the tech is moving too quickly.—
Annie Palmer,Samantha Subin,Ashley Capoot,
CNBC,
1 June 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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The three people, like others interviewed for this account, spoke to The Washington Post on the condition of anonymity to share internal deliberations.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
31 May 2026
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Horsford and Miller are leading negotiations and have indicated that deliberations are on track and passage by the end of this year is within sights.—
Cleve Mesidor,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
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Kids ages 9 through 12, the advisory notes, should not operate any e-bike faster than 10 mph.—
Paul Sisson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 May 2026
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Zach Thomas brought his fellow linebackers over to his home for film study sessions each week during the season to share his notes on opposing teams and players.—
Omar Kelly,
Miami Herald,
29 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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