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as in mirrors
to reproduce or show (an exact likeness) as a mirror would
her face was reflected in the waters of the still pond
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as in remarks
to make a statement of one's opinion
reflected on the huge influence that the electronic media have on our national elections
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Recent Examples of reflects
The project also reflects Beijing’s broader effort to anchor long-term energy security with low-carbon baseload power.
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Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 28 Jan. 2026
According to Leo Park, founder of Seoul Beauty Club, the global rise of K-Beauty and J-Beauty reflects something far deeper than aesthetics.
—Corein Carter, Forbes.com, 27 Jan. 2026
The company noted that its Q3 revenue performance reflects the challenging consumer environment and its continued focus on improving the quality of its revenues by reducing clearance activity and taking a disciplined approach to promotions in direct-to-consumer.
—Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 27 Jan. 2026
This strategic decision reflects both the maturity of our grocery logistics capabilities and the massive growth opportunity ahead.
—Annie Palmer, CNBC, 27 Jan. 2026
That's because the station reflects sunlight just like the moon, but isn't bright enough to see during the day.
—Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 27 Jan. 2026
The federal surge into Minneapolis reflects a series of mistaken MAGA assumptions.
—Adam Serwer, The Atlantic, 27 Jan. 2026
The project also reflects Grupo Paraguas’ commitment to local suppliers and responsible operations.
—María Casbas, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Jan. 2026
Express amethyst energy simply with a high-shine plum manicure that reflects the gemstone's beauty.
—Kara Jillian Brown, InStyle, 20 Jan. 2026
Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 28 Jan. 2026
According to Leo Park, founder of Seoul Beauty Club, the global rise of K-Beauty and J-Beauty reflects something far deeper than aesthetics.
—Corein Carter, Forbes.com, 27 Jan. 2026
The company noted that its Q3 revenue performance reflects the challenging consumer environment and its continued focus on improving the quality of its revenues by reducing clearance activity and taking a disciplined approach to promotions in direct-to-consumer.
—Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 27 Jan. 2026
This strategic decision reflects both the maturity of our grocery logistics capabilities and the massive growth opportunity ahead.
—Annie Palmer, CNBC, 27 Jan. 2026
That's because the station reflects sunlight just like the moon, but isn't bright enough to see during the day.
—Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 27 Jan. 2026
The federal surge into Minneapolis reflects a series of mistaken MAGA assumptions.
—Adam Serwer, The Atlantic, 27 Jan. 2026
The project also reflects Grupo Paraguas’ commitment to local suppliers and responsible operations.
—María Casbas, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Jan. 2026
Express amethyst energy simply with a high-shine plum manicure that reflects the gemstone's beauty.
—Kara Jillian Brown, InStyle, 20 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reflects
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Seoul has started a long journey toward sustainability The green transformation of Seoul's hotel mirrors the city's own ambitious, somewhat uneven pivot.—
Christopher Elliott,
Forbes.com,
25 Jan. 2026
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The trend mirrors what is occurring nationally.—
Phillip Molnar,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 Jan. 2026
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In February 2025, West returned to X and posted a series of comments that were homophobic, racist, misogynistic, and ableist, reiterating his pro-Nazi remarks.—
Jazz Monroe,
Pitchfork,
26 Jan. 2026
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Updates there would be interesting, as would remarks on the upcoming split.—
Zev Fima,
CNBC,
25 Jan. 2026
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The message came after furious reaction to comments the president made minimizing the role NATO forces played in Afghanistan.—
Kevin Liptak,
CNN Money,
24 Jan. 2026
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Others dread a confrontation with that relative who always comments on your child’s weight or engages in other fat-shaming behaviors.—
Dr. Ellen S. Rome,
Boston Herald,
21 Dec. 2025
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Columnist Cameron Smith opines about a less-than-inspiring group of Republican candidates.—
Tacuma Roeback,
Nashville Tennessean,
1 Oct. 2025
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Angone opines that we Guardsmen were not acquainted with the neighborhoods we were assigned to.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Aug. 2025
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The United Health Foundation notes that insufficient physical activity is linked to higher risks of cardiovascular disease, Type 2 diabetes, certain cancers, dementia, anxiety and depression.—
Deirdre Bardolf,
FOXNews.com,
24 Jan. 2026
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The affidavit notes the exact time the police downloaded it from a social platform.—
Deni Ellis Béchard,
Scientific American,
24 Jan. 2026
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“Reflects.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reflects. Accessed 31 Jan. 2026.
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