as in soul-searching
examination of one's own thoughts and feelings
not a man given to introspection, he grew impatient with his wife's constant need to discuss their relationship
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Recent Examples of introspection
Decades of introspection have ultimately led her to look out.
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Book Marks
june 26, Literary Hub, 26 June 2025
Generally, the Cars movies have been more about satisfying family entertainment than the big emotional moments and introspection Pixar is known for.
—Barry Levitt, Time, 26 June 2025
Jupiter's transit through Cancer sparks conversations and creativity, but Saturn in Aries encourages more introspection and solitude to gain deeper insights.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 14 June 2025
The 2023 revelations about Brand led to much anger and entertainment industry introspection.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 30 May 2025
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Book Marks
june 26, Literary Hub, 26 June 2025
Generally, the Cars movies have been more about satisfying family entertainment than the big emotional moments and introspection Pixar is known for.
—Barry Levitt, Time, 26 June 2025
Jupiter's transit through Cancer sparks conversations and creativity, but Saturn in Aries encourages more introspection and solitude to gain deeper insights.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 14 June 2025
The 2023 revelations about Brand led to much anger and entertainment industry introspection.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 30 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for introspection
Noun
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The transition of the Macy’s property comes during an era of broader soul-searching for Sacramento’s downtown.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
10 July 2025
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Insiders at Blumhouse tell The Hollywood Reporter that the soul-searching within the company has already commenced.—
Pamela McClintock,
HollywoodReporter,
2 July 2025
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July will be a whirlwind of change and self-reflection for you, Aries.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
8 July 2025
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The film follows Li, a screenwriter played by Shim, who embarks on a journey of self-reflection following a chance meeting with Benzo.—
Marta Balaga,
Variety,
8 July 2025
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Blight argues persuasively that Douglass’s eloquence transformed the speech into an enduring historical marker — a profound moment of national self-examination that reverberates across generations.—
Ed Gaskin,
Boston Herald,
4 July 2025
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For me, Lent, the 40-day period leading up to Easter, is about periodic self-examination, reflection, and a deep look at life with intention and commitment to live forward with greater meaning.—
Walt Shelton,
Austin American Statesman,
2 July 2025
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Too much isolation can lead someone askew—ask the Unabomber—but this kind of solitary contemplation offers a retreat from social pressures.—
Jeremy Gordon,
The Atlantic,
24 June 2025
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Designed by Frida Escobedo, the plaza features seating and a reflecting pool with a fog effect, and doubles as both a gathering spot and place of serene contemplation within the enclave.—
Jeffrey Steele,
Forbes.com,
17 June 2025
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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
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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
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Above all, Raisman is working on breaking free from a vicious cycle of self-scrutiny.—
Katie Camero,
USA TODAY,
29 Feb. 2024
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“Introspection.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/introspection. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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