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as in remark
a briefly expressed opinion
does anyone want to share their reflections on the passage we just read?
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as in consideration
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 reflection
The duo lay their emotions bare with their slow-burning reflection on love that just won’t let go.
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Michael Saponara, Billboard, 8 Apr. 2025
Players can look like Babe Ruth or Babe the pig, with neither being a reflection of true talent or where their seasons will ultimately end.
—Dan Freedman, Forbes.com, 7 Apr. 2025
Glass surfaces, traversed by gentle waves, evoke the depth of water and its ever-changing reflections, offering a constantly evolving visual expression.
—Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 7 Apr. 2025
This is a time for reflection and spiritual growth, Taurus.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 6 Apr. 2025
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Michael Saponara, Billboard, 8 Apr. 2025
Players can look like Babe Ruth or Babe the pig, with neither being a reflection of true talent or where their seasons will ultimately end.
—Dan Freedman, Forbes.com, 7 Apr. 2025
Glass surfaces, traversed by gentle waves, evoke the depth of water and its ever-changing reflections, offering a constantly evolving visual expression.
—Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 7 Apr. 2025
This is a time for reflection and spiritual growth, Taurus.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 6 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reflection
Noun
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And North’s remark and Goodell’s comment about playing a game in Asia shows the league seems open to sending teams nearly anywhere. ‘Mini Super Bowl’ North said planning for international games begins years in advance.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
18 Apr. 2025
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The remarks prompted a steep drop in securities markets.—
Elizabeth Crisp,
The Hill,
18 Apr. 2025
Noun
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In this latest role, Tobin, a big man known for his weight-lifting workout regime, has dealt with one of the highest-profile Catholic scandals in recent years.—
Philip Pullella, Crispian Balmer, Alvise Armellini, Joshua McElwee and Chris Scicluna,
USA Today,
21 Apr. 2025
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Hegseth and the White House sought to point the finger for the new scandal at four top aides who were recently forced out at the Pentagon amid a broad investigation over media leaks in his first several weeks in the post.—
Dave Goldiner,
New York Daily News,
21 Apr. 2025
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But the once-inconceivable consideration of tax increases underscores the tricky task that Republicans have in meeting competing demands from fiscal hawks, moderates and tax slashers for the ambitious party-line bill — as well as the rise of populist instincts in the party.—
Emily Brooks,
The Hill,
17 Apr. 2025
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Suddenly, race isn’t a consideration in the celebration of a player who was, for years, excluded from Major League Baseball because of his race.—
Abbey Mastracco,
New York Daily News,
17 Apr. 2025
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An attorney for the university didn’t immediately respond to a request for comment; CNN has reached out to the Treasury Department, of which the IRS is a bureau, for comment.—
Kara Scannell, Lauren del Valle and Jeff Winter,
CNN Money,
17 Apr. 2025
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Newsweek reached out to Harris' team for comment via her online press contact form.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Apr. 2025
Noun
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There will be no disgrace or dishonor if they get rolled by the defending champs in the second round.—
Mike Lupica,
New York Daily News,
17 Apr. 2025
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Harvey Weinstein will face his third criminal trial this week, in what we be seen as the latest referendum on the #MeToo movement, which began with his disgrace nearly eight years ago.—
Gene Maddaus,
Variety,
14 Apr. 2025
Noun
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While deliberations of the Council will be mostly behind closed doors, the Parliament uses a more open legislative process.—
Jon McGowan,
Forbes.com,
16 Apr. 2025
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Stermer was found guilty after seven hours of deliberation, according to WWMT.—
Sean Neumann,
People.com,
14 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The honey notes are sweeter but more complex than your typical cocktail syrup.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
22 Apr. 2025
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Did husband and wife discuss each weekly session based on her notes?—
Heller McAlpin,
NPR,
22 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The Laundress makes a ton of other luxury laundry products, like a stain remover pretreatment, wool and cashmere spray, and a static-reducing fabric softener.—
Annie Blackman,
Allure,
18 Apr. 2025
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Join the 20,000 customers who recently bought the compact cleaning gadget to tackle stains, pet messes, and dirt on carpets and upholstery.—
Isabel Garcia,
People.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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“Reflection.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reflection. Accessed 26 Apr. 2025.
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