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as in thoughtful
given to or marked by long, quiet thinking
one of the twins was outgoing and talkative while the other was withdrawn and reflective
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as in indicative
indicating something
this new policy is reflective of the company's desire to improve customer relations
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Recent Examples of reflective
Factor in the cinchable hood and flip-up reflective cuffs, and this will be the most functional item in your outerwear collection.
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Sarah Scott,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 June 2026
Hidden within reflective bedside tables are images of her eyes staring back — among of dozens of Easter eggs scattered throughout.
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Melinda Sheckells,
HollywoodReporter,
25 June 2026
One big boondoggle The Lincoln Memorial reflective pool is a $14 million boondoggle.
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Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
25 June 2026
The teaser hints at the reflective tone of the project, with JAŸ-Z discussing his role as a narrator of his generation’s experiences.
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Spin Staff,
SPIN,
25 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for reflective
Sarah Scott,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 June 2026
Hidden within reflective bedside tables are images of her eyes staring back — among of dozens of Easter eggs scattered throughout.
—
Melinda Sheckells,
HollywoodReporter,
25 June 2026
One big boondoggle The Lincoln Memorial reflective pool is a $14 million boondoggle.
—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
25 June 2026
The teaser hints at the reflective tone of the project, with JAŸ-Z discussing his role as a narrator of his generation’s experiences.
—
Spin Staff,
SPIN,
25 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for reflective
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reflective
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For daily commutes and weekend trips, this versatile pack looks simple but is packed with thoughtful features.
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While no one can eliminate the risks associated with severe weather, thoughtful preparation can reduce those risks substantially.
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Past performance is not indicative of future results.
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Any prices or levels shown are either historical or purely indicative.
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Not necessarily the technical side of blues music, but its emotional palette—the melancholy, vulnerability, and depth that live within those shades of blue.
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Daeron Targaryen Daeron Targaryen, otherwise known as Daeron the Drunkard, is a bookish and melancholy Targaryen prince known for his prophetic dreams.
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Researchers have demonstrated that contemplative practices associated with emotional regulation can influence both psychological and physiological functioning.
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Its central hub, where the wellness offerings, main dining room and 35 of the 65 bedrooms are located, is invitingly curvaceous, with sci-fi swirls of walls and sparkling swathes of window bookended by two vast, contemplative courtyards.
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“Reflective.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reflective. Accessed 1 Jul. 2026.
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