as in introspection
examination of one's own thoughts and feelings
many people use the dawning of a new year as an occasion for some quiet self-examination
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Recent Examples of self-examination
Constellation should use this black eye as an opportunity for brutally honest self-examination.
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The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 10 June 2025
This self-examination seems glib (whereas del Toro was actually more affecting as the desperate artist in The French Dispatch).
—Armond White, National Review, 30 May 2025
Take a cue from the pros and make time for self-examination.
—Janine Schindler, Forbes, 4 Mar. 2025
That kind of self-examination and honesty is uncomfortable.
—Lianne Lyne, Forbes.com, 16 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for self-examination
The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 10 June 2025
This self-examination seems glib (whereas del Toro was actually more affecting as the desperate artist in The French Dispatch).
—Armond White, National Review, 30 May 2025
Take a cue from the pros and make time for self-examination.
—Janine Schindler, Forbes, 4 Mar. 2025
That kind of self-examination and honesty is uncomfortable.
—Lianne Lyne, Forbes.com, 16 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for self-examination
Recent Examples of Synonyms for self-examination
Noun
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Research clearly shows the power of such introspection.—
Albert Kim,
Forbes.com,
13 Aug. 2025
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By photographing moments of introspection and inner life, Romane takes part in the ritual itself, while spending meaningful time with the communities of Jurema and the quilombos.—
Vogue,
Vogue,
11 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Dos Santos didn’t play again until Aug. 5, a month-long layoff that allowed for some soul-searching and, dos Santos said, a mental reset.—
Ryan Finley,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Aug. 2025
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This number is tied to intuition, soul-searching and emotional depth.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
15 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Any student who completes at least three sessions receives a portfolio with their hours of participation, topics discussed, peer feedback and a self-reflection, which can be shared with college admissions offices.—
Cayla Bamberger,
New York Daily News,
15 Aug. 2025
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But that same glue wasn’t transformed into a product until an innovation occurred, driven by self-reflection far from the workplace.—
Albert Kim,
Forbes.com,
13 Aug. 2025
Noun
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There are three invitations leaders can offer their direct reports: Play with the technology as a tool for self-observation.—
Michael Hudson,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
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Anyone who has tracked their daily steps or worn a glucose monitor can testify that self-observation works.—
Dev Patnaik,
Forbes,
7 Oct. 2024
Noun
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In a foundational study, it was found that companies professing a strong belief in meritocracy were more likely to reward men over equally performing women because the belief in objectivity ironically reduces self-scrutiny in decisions, giving managers subconscious permission to act on stereotypes.—
Heather Price,
Forbes.com,
30 July 2025
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Few other nations are as prone to self-scrutiny and self-criticism, or as engaged in impassioned discourse on the nature of liberty and democracy without fear of governmental repression.—
Kenneth Lasson,
Baltimore Sun,
1 Jan. 2025
Noun
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The moments of joy and lightness are interspersed with shots of Williams in deep contemplation.—
Audrey Gibbs,
The Tennessean,
7 Aug. 2025
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The youth event in Rome – part of the Catholic Church’s jubilee celebrations – saw Leo both embrace the young people’s enthusiasm but ensure moments of quiet contemplation.—
Christopher Lamb,
CNN Money,
3 Aug. 2025
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“Self-examination.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/self-examination. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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