1
as in remarks
a briefly expressed opinion
does anyone want to share their reflections on the passage we just read?
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2
as in scandals
a cause of shame
your constant lying is a serious reflection on your character
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as in considerations
a careful weighing of the reasons for or against something
after reflection, they decided to refuse the offer on the house
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Recent Examples of reflections
To tackle the challenge, the team employed advanced interferometry, a technique that merges laser light reflections from mirrors to detect infinitesimal distance changes.
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Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 10 Oct. 2025
Weaver appeared on the Main Stage, where co-star Veronica Cartwright made a surprise appearance as Weaver mostly shared her memories and reflections on filming the genre-busting 1979 classic directed by Ridley Scott, as well as other entries in the franchise.
—Abbey White, HollywoodReporter, 10 Oct. 2025
Gibbs encountered the phrase while reading Open Water by British writer Caleb Azumah Nelson, whose reflections on Blackness, love, and fatherhood echoed Gibbs’s own story.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 10 Oct. 2025
Grunwald played accordion as part of an ensemble, weaving in the American jazz tunes that sustained him and mixing in spoken reflections on his life.
—Domenica Bongiovanni, IndyStar, 9 Oct. 2025
The reflections are often inches deep.
—Amy Davidson Sorkin, New Yorker, 8 Oct. 2025
This localized approach not only broadened the scope of the exhibition but also ensured that visitors could see reflections of their own experiences within the gallery walls.
—Devin Robertson, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Oct. 2025
The book also features the singer’s reflections on some of his darkest chapters and greatest musical triumphs, as well as his humble beginnings in Birmingham, England.
—Hank Shteamer, New York Times, 7 Oct. 2025
The 89-minute movie includes a music video, behind-the-scenes footage, lyric videos and Swift’s personal reflections on songs from the album, according to AMC’s website.
—Auzinea Bacon, CNN Money, 4 Oct. 2025
Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 10 Oct. 2025
Weaver appeared on the Main Stage, where co-star Veronica Cartwright made a surprise appearance as Weaver mostly shared her memories and reflections on filming the genre-busting 1979 classic directed by Ridley Scott, as well as other entries in the franchise.
—Abbey White, HollywoodReporter, 10 Oct. 2025
Gibbs encountered the phrase while reading Open Water by British writer Caleb Azumah Nelson, whose reflections on Blackness, love, and fatherhood echoed Gibbs’s own story.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 10 Oct. 2025
Grunwald played accordion as part of an ensemble, weaving in the American jazz tunes that sustained him and mixing in spoken reflections on his life.
—Domenica Bongiovanni, IndyStar, 9 Oct. 2025
The reflections are often inches deep.
—Amy Davidson Sorkin, New Yorker, 8 Oct. 2025
This localized approach not only broadened the scope of the exhibition but also ensured that visitors could see reflections of their own experiences within the gallery walls.
—Devin Robertson, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Oct. 2025
The book also features the singer’s reflections on some of his darkest chapters and greatest musical triumphs, as well as his humble beginnings in Birmingham, England.
—Hank Shteamer, New York Times, 7 Oct. 2025
The 89-minute movie includes a music video, behind-the-scenes footage, lyric videos and Swift’s personal reflections on songs from the album, according to AMC’s website.
—Auzinea Bacon, CNN Money, 4 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reflections
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In his candid remarks on earnings calls, Karp doesn’t always follow advice for talking points.—
Jessica Mathews,
Fortune,
16 Oct. 2025
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After wrapping up his remarks Wednesday, Ohtani tried something different.—
Fabian Ardaya,
New York Times,
16 Oct. 2025
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The shocking move comes amid ongoing headlines about Prince Andrew's involvement in multiple scandals.—
Meredith Kile,
PEOPLE,
17 Oct. 2025
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Sumo has faced a series of scandals, including allegations of bullying, assault and sexism at stables where the wrestlers train.—
Elmira Aliieva,
NBC news,
16 Oct. 2025
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It was based on broader strategic considerations related to the overall direction and competitiveness of our athletics enterprise in a rapidly changing environment.—
Hunter Bailey,
Charlotte Observer,
17 Oct. 2025
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The Seventh Circuit’s opinion underscored that the judiciary retains a role in reviewing statutory conditions for troop deployment, while the New York decision reaffirmed congressional mandates that security grants be based on risk assessment rather than political considerations.—
Robert Alexander,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Confidential informants had apparently accused me of incendiary comments.—
Joe Garcia,
New Yorker,
12 Oct. 2025
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Thanks for playing — and share your scores in the comments!—
Mark Cooper,
New York Times,
12 Oct. 2025
Noun
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His conviction was overturned in 2024 after an appeals court determined a juror had been improperly dismissed during deliberations.—
Julia Bonavita,
FOXNews.com,
13 Oct. 2025
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The other said deliberations were contentious, but respectful.—
Eva Roytburg,
Fortune,
11 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Pawpaws have a hard-to-place, unique flavor that gives notes of banana and mango, as well as a third, more mysterious thing.—
Stephanie Ganz,
Southern Living,
12 Oct. 2025
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The rye character of the whiskey is definitely front and center, with notes of spice, fruit, vanilla, and caramel popping on every sip.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
12 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Combine equal parts vinegar and water in a small bowl, then dampen a cloth with the solution and rub it over the stains.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
18 Oct. 2025
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The hilarious post, shared earlier in October by u/time4stew, shows the guilty tuxedo cat laying on the floor with his paws stretched out, as his owner holds him down to photograph his stains.—
Maria Azzurra Volpe,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Oct. 2025
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His ample thoughts on the matter are informed by a lifetime spent in conscious retrospect on his accomplishments and how the perception of his relationship with them is shared publicly.—
Chris Barilla,
PEOPLE,
14 Oct. 2025
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On Monday, Ryan Day, the head coach of Penn State's Big Ten rival Ohio State, was asked his thoughts about Franklin's dismissal.—
Matt Audilet,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 Oct. 2025
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“Reflections.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reflections. Accessed 20 Oct. 2025.
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