1
as in thoughtful
given to or marked by long, quiet thinking
one of the twins was outgoing and talkative while the other was withdrawn and reflective
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2
as in indicative
indicating something
this new policy is reflective of the company's desire to improve customer relations
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Recent Examples of reflective
Local officials launched several new initiatives aimed at keeping people cool and safe over the summer, including planting trees to increase shade in public spaces and resurfacing pavements with more reflective surfaces in certain areas to combat urban heat.
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Denise Chow, NBC news, 23 July 2025
The shoe’s segmented sole, reflective Swoosh and mesh-panel build emphasized technical performance.
—Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 23 July 2025
Yet much of the field focuses on people who are emotionally open and reflective – neglecting executives, who are often socialized to view themselves as purely rational decision-makers.
—Prince Sarpong, The Conversation, 17 July 2025
The smaller Kepler Crater will also be visible Both Copernicus and the smaller Kepler Crater to its left are surrounded by bright streaks of reflective material that were thrown out in the violent aftermath of their creation.
—Anthony Wood, Space.com, 17 July 2025
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Denise Chow, NBC news, 23 July 2025
The shoe’s segmented sole, reflective Swoosh and mesh-panel build emphasized technical performance.
—Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 23 July 2025
Yet much of the field focuses on people who are emotionally open and reflective – neglecting executives, who are often socialized to view themselves as purely rational decision-makers.
—Prince Sarpong, The Conversation, 17 July 2025
The smaller Kepler Crater will also be visible Both Copernicus and the smaller Kepler Crater to its left are surrounded by bright streaks of reflective material that were thrown out in the violent aftermath of their creation.
—Anthony Wood, Space.com, 17 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reflective
Adjective
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Firing off hundreds of identical applications and CVs is unlikely to land you that dream role, so every application needs a thoughtful approach.—
Bernard Marr,
Forbes.com,
29 July 2025
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Before this drastic step, there should have been research on what the realities are on car ownership rates throughout the city and surveys — an inventory — of available street parking in each community, followed by thoughtful planning, followed by thorough community feedback.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
28 July 2025
Adjective
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Past performance is not indicative of future results.—
Thomas Lee,
CNBC,
30 July 2025
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The Trump administration’s criticism of the Fed’s $2.5 billion renovation project — which the president seems to have backed off from after his Thursday tour — is also indicative that administration officials view the central bank as an excessive spender.—
Bryan Mena,
CNN Money,
28 July 2025
Adjective
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Filmed in snowy Vancouver and set to some of the most melancholy songs Leonard Cohen ever recorded, the film lets a sense of fatalism hang over even its lightest moments.—
Keith Phipps,
Vulture,
18 July 2025
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It’s hushed, melancholy and rending in all the best ways.—
John Wenzel,
Denver Post,
16 July 2025
Adjective
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Leonardo da Vinci was a contemplative genius, reportedly staring at The Last Supper for hours before adding a single brushstroke and walking away.—
Joseph Jebelli,
CNBC,
23 July 2025
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The result is a rich, contemplative expression of Bourbon County—one that rewards patience and reflects a legacy built slowly, barrel-by-barrel.—
Emily Price,
Forbes.com,
22 July 2025
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“Reflective.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reflective. Accessed 4 Aug. 2025.
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