1
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one of the twins was outgoing and talkative while the other was withdrawn and reflective
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2
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
Use scare tactics like predator decoys, reflective objects, or windsocks to make your patio less appealing for birds to perch.
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Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 11 June 2026
The shredded piece, which is made of plywood and is covered with a reflective green laminate, was shown to jurors.
—David Goodhue, Miami Herald, 11 June 2026
The reflective, gold, rounded edges are a breath of fresh air in a world of flat-edge hell.
—Kimberly Gedeon, PC Magazine, 11 June 2026
The unique and free exhibition invites visitors into a deeply reflective and visually moving experience where literature and visual arts intersect.
—Philip Potempa, Chicago Tribune, 11 June 2026
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Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 11 June 2026
The shredded piece, which is made of plywood and is covered with a reflective green laminate, was shown to jurors.
—David Goodhue, Miami Herald, 11 June 2026
The reflective, gold, rounded edges are a breath of fresh air in a world of flat-edge hell.
—Kimberly Gedeon, PC Magazine, 11 June 2026
The unique and free exhibition invites visitors into a deeply reflective and visually moving experience where literature and visual arts intersect.
—Philip Potempa, Chicago Tribune, 11 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reflective
Adjective
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Regardless of one’s position, a decision about downtown’s historic core deserves thoughtful public discussion.—
Sarah M. Boye,
The Orlando Sentinel,
14 June 2026
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General Daily Insight for June 14, 2026 Fresh pages wait for thoughtful words tonight.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
14 June 2026
Adjective
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Brands using less-processed, more natural sweeteners are gaining popularity, Christensen said, indicative of people's health consciousness and concern about their waistlines.—
Teresa Mull,
FOXNews.com,
15 June 2026
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Past performance is not indicative of future results.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
15 June 2026
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But the melancholy pop soundtrack (Gracie Abrams, Lana del Rey, Noah Cyrus) and many, many longing gazes suggest we’re meant to find all of this terribly moving, rather than exhausting.—
Angie Han,
HollywoodReporter,
9 June 2026
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Isn’t this a melancholy view of things?—
Jeffrey Goldberg,
The Atlantic,
8 June 2026
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For Floridians and travelers seeking an antidote to crowded attractions—or simply a softer, more contemplative side of the state—Bok Tower Gardens remains one of Florida's most peaceful and underrated day trips.—
Skye Sherman,
Southern Living,
11 June 2026
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As Molloy gradually succeeds in puncturing Lestat’s aloof, arrogant outer shell, his sound correspondingly shifts from assaultive punk to more contemplative ballads.—
Alison Herman,
Variety,
7 June 2026
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“Reflective.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reflective. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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