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Recent Examples of reflector
That means if riding within 30 minutes of sunrise or sunset, scooters need to have a white light on the front and a red light or reflector on the back, both visible from 500 feet away.
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Ryan Murphy, IndyStar, 22 Nov. 2025
At an altitude of 625 kilometers, an 18-meter reflector — even if optimally curved to focus that light down onto the Earth’s surface — would create a spot of light just-under 6 km across on Earth’s surface.
—Big Think, 15 Oct. 2025
The reflector shield’s diameter is just less than 32 inches, and the hottest areas are typically within a few feet of the base.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 29 Sep. 2025
With the idea that the Mofate X Hike is built to mega-mile into remote spaces where even a simple injury could turn into a life-threatening disaster in a blink, the boot becomes Hoka's first to incorporate a Recco reflector.
—New Atlas, 21 Sep. 2025
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Ryan Murphy, IndyStar, 22 Nov. 2025
At an altitude of 625 kilometers, an 18-meter reflector — even if optimally curved to focus that light down onto the Earth’s surface — would create a spot of light just-under 6 km across on Earth’s surface.
—Big Think, 15 Oct. 2025
The reflector shield’s diameter is just less than 32 inches, and the hottest areas are typically within a few feet of the base.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 29 Sep. 2025
With the idea that the Mofate X Hike is built to mega-mile into remote spaces where even a simple injury could turn into a life-threatening disaster in a blink, the boot becomes Hoka's first to incorporate a Recco reflector.
—New Atlas, 21 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reflector
Noun
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The Béis The Cosmetic Case is one of our go-tos, thanks to its roomy design, removable makeup mirror, and makeup brush holder—which can also hold an eyeliner or eyebrow pencil, by the way.—
Sarah Han,
Allure,
15 Mar. 2026
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The checkpoint ahead crawls forward as officers slide mirrors beneath cars and canines weave through the line, sniffing for explosives.—
Kevin Dolak,
HollywoodReporter,
14 Mar. 2026
Noun
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From the guest's POV, drinking water is provided in reusable glass bottles, with water refilling stations across the property, and restaurant ingredients are sourced from the nearby partner South Farm and local suppliers to reduce the carbon footprint and support the community.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 Mar. 2026
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While most missing items are typical things that people travel with like cellphones, backpacks and glasses, Diaz said there have been a number of unique items turned in, including a prosthetic leg, musical instruments, 55-inch-screen TVs and large generators.—
Karen Garcia,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Mar. 2026
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“Reflector.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reflector. Accessed 16 Mar. 2026.
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