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as in mirrored
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 commented
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 reflected
The cagey nature of the game is reflected in the match dashboard below.
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Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 23 Oct. 2025
The mise en abyme of the film is reflected in Fellini’s own frustrations during the preproduction of 8 1/2.
—Erik Morse, Vogue, 23 Oct. 2025
Brody reflected on the early days of their relationship during an interview on SiriusXM's The Jess Cagle Show in March 2023.
—Jordana Comiter, PEOPLE, 23 Oct. 2025
Cohen reflected on his decades-long career shaping artists’ journeys and ushering in the digital music revolution.
—Isabela Raygoza, Billboard, 22 Oct. 2025
Earlier this year, Miley Cyrus reflected on the wreckage and destruction caused by the fires that devastated multiple areas of Los Angeles.
—Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 22 Oct. 2025
The operation, conducted in full public view, reflected intensifying national debate over immigration policy, policing and civil liberties—issues that profoundly affect the lives and rights of New Yorkers and set precedents for enforcement strategies across the United States.
—Deputy News Editor, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Oct. 2025
The profit drop reflected lower EV prices.
—Lora Kolodny, CNBC, 22 Oct. 2025
The data reflected a rise in creativity, as brands with distinctive identities — such as Loewe, Tom Ford or Alaïa — outperformed institutional or contemporary labels, Van Houtte said.
—Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2025
Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 23 Oct. 2025
The mise en abyme of the film is reflected in Fellini’s own frustrations during the preproduction of 8 1/2.
—Erik Morse, Vogue, 23 Oct. 2025
Brody reflected on the early days of their relationship during an interview on SiriusXM's The Jess Cagle Show in March 2023.
—Jordana Comiter, PEOPLE, 23 Oct. 2025
Cohen reflected on his decades-long career shaping artists’ journeys and ushering in the digital music revolution.
—Isabela Raygoza, Billboard, 22 Oct. 2025
Earlier this year, Miley Cyrus reflected on the wreckage and destruction caused by the fires that devastated multiple areas of Los Angeles.
—Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 22 Oct. 2025
The operation, conducted in full public view, reflected intensifying national debate over immigration policy, policing and civil liberties—issues that profoundly affect the lives and rights of New Yorkers and set precedents for enforcement strategies across the United States.
—Deputy News Editor, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Oct. 2025
The profit drop reflected lower EV prices.
—Lora Kolodny, CNBC, 22 Oct. 2025
The data reflected a rise in creativity, as brands with distinctive identities — such as Loewe, Tom Ford or Alaïa — outperformed institutional or contemporary labels, Van Houtte said.
—Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reflected
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Rutgers-Eagleton’s mid-October survey mirrored that trend, finding 42 percent of voters viewed Sherrill favorably and 45 percent unfavorably, while Ciattarelli’s numbers were 41 percent favorable and 47 percent unfavorable.—
Martha McHardy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Oct. 2025
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Bishop had looked at data and seen Americans were increasingly living among those whose politics mirrored their own.—
David Peisner,
Rolling Stone,
23 Oct. 2025
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Like the actress, Marinis hasn't officially commented on Scorsone's absence.—
Emily Blackwood,
PEOPLE,
24 Oct. 2025
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GloRilla commented on said post with three heart-eye emojis, giving fans more ammunition and alluding to a romantic connection.—
Elizabeth Ayoola,
Essence,
24 Oct. 2025
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During her June conversation withT Magazine, Copeland remarked on the prejudiced stereotypes that once kept Black dancers off of the most prestigious stages in the world.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
PEOPLE,
23 Oct. 2025
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Early travelers remarked on the fairy-tale character of rustic stone villages and the awe-inspiring beauty of the Accursed Mountains.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
22 Oct. 2025
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Chaparro also noted that bitcoin and ether suffered less losses compared to alternative crypto-assets in this month’s massive liquidation event.—
Liz Napolitano,
CNBC,
22 Oct. 2025
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The White House has pushed back on the criticism, sending out a press release Tuesday that noted that there was a long legacy of presidential alterations, renovations and expansions of the White House complex.—
Ted Johnson,
Deadline,
22 Oct. 2025
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The outlet also opined that someone who is brought into a business venture because of their loyalty to MAGA could feel more pressure to remain loyal.—
Meredith Kile,
PEOPLE,
21 Oct. 2025
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The clutch gene is a real thing, opined Murray, even if the quarterback doesn’t always throw the prettiest ball.—
Seth Emerson,
New York Times,
17 Oct. 2025
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“Reflected.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reflected. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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