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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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
The first such event happened on Thursday, with reporters prompting the crew to share some fascinating details and reflections.
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Jackie Wattles, CNN Money, 3 Apr. 2026
Accounts and reflections on life’s difficulties/struggles are encouraged to be shared with humor and humility.
—Claire Murphy, Chicago Tribune, 2 Apr. 2026
Ray tracing is a 3D rendering technology that simulates the behavior of light to produce realistic reflections and lighting effects.
—Will Greenwald, PC Magazine, 2 Apr. 2026
Small reflections can disrupt performance.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 2 Apr. 2026
Use decals or film to break up reflections and reduce the likelihood of injury.
—Abby Fribush, Southern Living, 31 Mar. 2026
The Hollywood Reporter sat down with Nguyen and Cha in Seoul shortly before BTS took over Gwanghwamun Square to discuss the documentary’s most revealing moments and their reflections on spending several months with the band members during one of the most high-pressure periods of their careers.
—Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 27 Mar. 2026
Lectio divina then guides the reader into further layers of symbolism, metaphor, and personal reflections.
—Séamas O'Reilly, Vulture, 26 Mar. 2026
On the 28th and 29th, eight women leaders will share their experiences and reflections in talk sessions.
—Photovogue, Vogue, 24 Mar. 2026
Jackie Wattles, CNN Money, 3 Apr. 2026
Accounts and reflections on life’s difficulties/struggles are encouraged to be shared with humor and humility.
—Claire Murphy, Chicago Tribune, 2 Apr. 2026
Ray tracing is a 3D rendering technology that simulates the behavior of light to produce realistic reflections and lighting effects.
—Will Greenwald, PC Magazine, 2 Apr. 2026
Small reflections can disrupt performance.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 2 Apr. 2026
Use decals or film to break up reflections and reduce the likelihood of injury.
—Abby Fribush, Southern Living, 31 Mar. 2026
The Hollywood Reporter sat down with Nguyen and Cha in Seoul shortly before BTS took over Gwanghwamun Square to discuss the documentary’s most revealing moments and their reflections on spending several months with the band members during one of the most high-pressure periods of their careers.
—Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 27 Mar. 2026
Lectio divina then guides the reader into further layers of symbolism, metaphor, and personal reflections.
—Séamas O'Reilly, Vulture, 26 Mar. 2026
On the 28th and 29th, eight women leaders will share their experiences and reflections in talk sessions.
—Photovogue, Vogue, 24 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reflections
Noun
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In wide-ranging remarks, Powell acknowledged young graduates were entering a challenging job market.—
Michael Casey,
Los Angeles Times,
31 Mar. 2026
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Zelenskyy’s remarks come as Ukraine deepens its role in the region, sharing intelligence and defense expertise with Middle Eastern partners facing Iranian missile and drone strikes.—
Efrat Lachter,
FOXNews.com,
31 Mar. 2026
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In this way, the league frames its gambling partnerships as protective – even as new scandals emerge.—
Michael Delayo,
The Conversation,
2 Apr. 2026
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However, for all their pomp and circumstance, the prizes have not been untouched by scandals.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
2 Apr. 2026
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Other considerations include matching the frame to your mattress’s thickness and leaving about 24 inches of walking space around the bed.—
Sharon Brandwein,
USA Today,
4 Apr. 2026
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Congress tasked the Fed with setting interest rates independent of political considerations.—
Matt Peterson,
CNBC,
4 Apr. 2026
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TikTok Reacts Viewers flooded the comments with theories and jokes.—
Lucy Notarantonio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
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Bazaldua's comments come days after Dallas Mavericks CEO Rick Welts answered a question at a Greater Dallas Planning Council event about the team's desire to build a new arena in Dallas.—
Jack Fink,
CBS News,
31 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Had all those court cases and public disgraces dampened his hubris?—
Maer Roshan,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The White House declined to comment for this story about the deliberations with Gulf allies.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
30 Mar. 2026
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Outsourcing has not been part of budget deliberations.—
Jan Goldsmith,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 Mar. 2026
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These two short notes show the astonishing range of connections and commitments that pour through this book and through her life.—
Hermione Lee,
The New York Review of Books,
4 Apr. 2026
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Many songs are now written on computers, using sequencers, patterns, and loops, with notes laid out in perfect synchrony on a rhythmic, 4/4 grid.—
Joshua Rothman,
New Yorker,
3 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Designed with convenience and your busy lifestyle in mind, MY MAGIC CARPET rugs protect floors from scratches, spills and stains.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
1 Apr. 2026
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Our editors tested over a dozen shower cleaners to find the ones that are most effective at removing soap scum and water stains.—
Josh Feldman,
NBC news,
1 Apr. 2026
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“Reflections.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reflections. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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