as in introspection
examination of one's own thoughts and feelings
after some self-reflection I realized that I hadn't been honest with my partner
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Recent Examples of self-reflection
The narrative follows Li, a screenwriter played by Shim, who embarks on a journey of self-reflection following a chance meeting with Benzo (Tsutsumi).
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Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 2 May 2025
This growing internal consensus, however, makes Beijing less likely to engage in the critical self-reflection necessary to dispassionately evaluate its own strategic planning—and more likely to intensify its military buildup and pursuit of unification.
—Tong Zhao, Foreign Affairs, 2 May 2025
To utilize our willpower effectively, self-reflection is essential.
—Veronica Angela, Forbes.com, 29 Apr. 2025
David would spend nearly three decades writing to his brother, years marked by nostalgia, regret and intense self-reflection.
—Serge F. Kovaleski, New York Times, 29 Apr. 2025
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Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 2 May 2025
This growing internal consensus, however, makes Beijing less likely to engage in the critical self-reflection necessary to dispassionately evaluate its own strategic planning—and more likely to intensify its military buildup and pursuit of unification.
—Tong Zhao, Foreign Affairs, 2 May 2025
To utilize our willpower effectively, self-reflection is essential.
—Veronica Angela, Forbes.com, 29 Apr. 2025
David would spend nearly three decades writing to his brother, years marked by nostalgia, regret and intense self-reflection.
—Serge F. Kovaleski, New York Times, 29 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for self-reflection
Noun
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The revelations about Brand led to much anger and industry introspection.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
2 May 2025
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The pandemic served as a major catalyst, with many turning to tarot as a form of self-care and introspection when faced with life’s bigger questions and fewer distractions.—
Michaela Trimble,
Vogue,
21 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The scale of the Republican Party's triumph in November—taking the White House, flipping the Senate, and maintaining control of the House—has sparked widespread soul-searching within the Democratic Party over what went wrong and how to rebuild.—
Mandy Taheri,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 May 2025
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Her speech will be watched closely by Democratic party insiders who are also soul-searching the future direction of their beleaguered party.—
Grant Stringer,
Mercury News,
1 May 2025
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That kind of self-examination and honesty is uncomfortable.—
Lianne Lyne,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2025
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In an album that is both unconventional and authentic – almost six years in the making – the artiste leans into soul self-examination with her friend and co-producer, Abdullah Siddiqui.—
Sonya Rehman,
Forbes.com,
23 Apr. 2025
Noun
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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
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Moreover, self-observation might highlight a leader's tendency to let stress visibly affect their demeanor, inadvertently impacting team morale.—
Paola Cecchi-Dimeglio,
Forbes,
14 Feb. 2024
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Following a meeting with the project coordinator, his initial apprehension turned to contemplation, and then questions.—
Naveen Rao,
Forbes.com,
2 Apr. 2025
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Patrick gets worldwide parades and merchandising - a day estimated to add north of $7 billion to the US economy this coming Monday; Brigid gets quiet contemplation and handwoven rush crosses.—
Gemma Allen,
Forbes,
16 Mar. 2025
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“Self-reflection.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/self-reflection. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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