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Recent Examples of self-reflective
Sentimental Value, a film about a self-reflective director dealing with his two daughters, also played very well.
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Joe Reid, Vulture, 24 Oct. 2025
The self-reflective tone marks a thematic shift for a band whose debut radiated a cool irony, pulling emotional punches in favor of observations centered around mid-20s delusion.
—Sophie Williams, Billboard, 10 Oct. 2025
Beckham’s ability in the fifth decade of her life to be honest and self-reflective is compelling.
—Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 8 Oct. 2025
Yet through Bob, Anderson finds his way into this story in a way that feels self-reflective and in conversation with a whole generation of coulda been revolutionaries.
—Richard Newby, HollywoodReporter, 30 Sep. 2025
This year, the festival’s glow is even more self-reflective than usual: some of its best offerings were made just a short jaunt from where they’ll be screened.
—Richard Brody, New Yorker, 26 Sep. 2025
Each of the seven tracks stands on its own merit as a self-reflective tale of vulnerability and longing.
—Jae-Ha Kim, Rolling Stone, 10 Sep. 2025
Not only does the AI need to do this in terms of what the user is saying, but the AI needs to be self-reflective as well.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2025
Joe Reid, Vulture, 24 Oct. 2025
The self-reflective tone marks a thematic shift for a band whose debut radiated a cool irony, pulling emotional punches in favor of observations centered around mid-20s delusion.
—Sophie Williams, Billboard, 10 Oct. 2025
Beckham’s ability in the fifth decade of her life to be honest and self-reflective is compelling.
—Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 8 Oct. 2025
Yet through Bob, Anderson finds his way into this story in a way that feels self-reflective and in conversation with a whole generation of coulda been revolutionaries.
—Richard Newby, HollywoodReporter, 30 Sep. 2025
This year, the festival’s glow is even more self-reflective than usual: some of its best offerings were made just a short jaunt from where they’ll be screened.
—Richard Brody, New Yorker, 26 Sep. 2025
Each of the seven tracks stands on its own merit as a self-reflective tale of vulnerability and longing.
—Jae-Ha Kim, Rolling Stone, 10 Sep. 2025
Not only does the AI need to do this in terms of what the user is saying, but the AI needs to be self-reflective as well.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for self-reflective
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And Coach has been incredibly introspective about the weaknesses in his armor from his first three seasons.—
Dalton Ross,
Entertainment Weekly,
23 Feb. 2026
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The future king addressed his personal introspective journey with frankness and awareness, an openness unusual for the royal family, which is traditionally reserved on many topics including difficult emotions and mental health.—
Stefania Conrieri,
Vanity Fair,
20 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Tom Bonds would once go to Empower Field and hear boos rain down from the Broncos’ own fanbase — boos Bonds couldn’t help but think were reflective of Paton, given his seat at the table.—
Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
28 Feb. 2026
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Organizers noted the outdoor setting would make the space accessible and reflective for residents and visitors alike.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
27 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Bayer also said the FDA does not sanction the retrospective, real-world analysis that Johnson & Johnson allegedly used as a substitute for traditional clinical trials.—
Jonathan Stempel,
USA Today,
23 Feb. 2026
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Festivalgoers were at the ready with retrospective lists of their favorite screenings, parties and run-ins.—
Mia Galuppo,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The space intends to evoke the intimate and contemplative approach that has always defined the Ann Demeulemeester universe, now filtered through Gallici’s vision.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
27 Feb. 2026
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As adroit Mercury starts reversing through your contemplative 12th house, its retrograde invites you to press pause on the cosmic movie in favor of reviewing what’s already happened.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
26 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The pensive sophistication and opalescent style with which the film unparcels its ideas might not please arthouse crowds wanting broader emotional gestures, but Dulude-De Celles may be a festival-circuit major in the making.—
Guy Lodge,
Variety,
16 Feb. 2026
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Dreher fell into a pensive mood.—
Robert F. Worth,
The Atlantic,
13 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Lean into this meditative period, and around March 5, when the confident sun in this sector harmonizes with lucky Jupiter in your second house of income, the stage may be set for a surge of optimism and rewards.—
Maressa Brown,
InStyle,
25 Feb. 2026
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Minimalistic layers of improvisatory strings and piano fill out this meditative movement.—
Leila Fadel,
NPR,
24 Feb. 2026
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Rooms can accommodate families with connecting layouts, and a thoughtful program for Little Stars includes boba tea-making classes, Hakka umbrella-painting workshops, and various Taiwanese cooking classes.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Feb. 2026
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The most elaborate of these suites spanned the top floors of houses and were filled with thoughtful decorations and toys.—
Bailey Bujnosek,
InStyle,
22 Feb. 2026
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“Self-reflective.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/self-reflective. Accessed 1 Mar. 2026.
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