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as in mirrors
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 remarks
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 reflects
The granularity of Shriver’s vision reflects a mind as skilled at analyzing the reverberations of monetary policy in daily life as at depicting interiority.
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Adelle Waldman, The Atlantic, 10 Feb. 2026
That profile reflects what has long set Rice apart.
—Dante Motley, Austin American Statesman, 10 Feb. 2026
Detroit’s ranking as the most affordable city in Remitly’s list reflects the city’s decades-long population loss, driven by white flight and a decline in the auto industry, Lens said.
—Iris Kwok, Los Angeles Times, 10 Feb. 2026
The comprehensive nature of the treaty reflects confidence in inspections at that time.
—Arthur I. Cyr, Chicago Tribune, 10 Feb. 2026
Becca Rothfeld, who worked as critic in the department and has now joined The New Yorker, reflects on what’s been lost.
—Caroline Mimbs Nyce, New Yorker, 10 Feb. 2026
The wine list is worth a trip on its own, featuring rare vintage bottles and hidden gems, and while a modern cocktail program reflects the kitchen’s cool-kid spirit.
—Andrea Strong, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 Feb. 2026
California’s veterans deserve thoughtful, forward-looking policy that reflects their reality — not theories that wither in the face of the domestic battles that veterans should never have to fight.
—Irene Watkins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Feb. 2026
Jones said Monroe’s response reflects how drought can surface first in communities with smaller or more constrained systems, even within the same region.
—Nora O'Neill, Charlotte Observer, 10 Feb. 2026
Adelle Waldman, The Atlantic, 10 Feb. 2026
That profile reflects what has long set Rice apart.
—Dante Motley, Austin American Statesman, 10 Feb. 2026
Detroit’s ranking as the most affordable city in Remitly’s list reflects the city’s decades-long population loss, driven by white flight and a decline in the auto industry, Lens said.
—Iris Kwok, Los Angeles Times, 10 Feb. 2026
The comprehensive nature of the treaty reflects confidence in inspections at that time.
—Arthur I. Cyr, Chicago Tribune, 10 Feb. 2026
Becca Rothfeld, who worked as critic in the department and has now joined The New Yorker, reflects on what’s been lost.
—Caroline Mimbs Nyce, New Yorker, 10 Feb. 2026
The wine list is worth a trip on its own, featuring rare vintage bottles and hidden gems, and while a modern cocktail program reflects the kitchen’s cool-kid spirit.
—Andrea Strong, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 Feb. 2026
California’s veterans deserve thoughtful, forward-looking policy that reflects their reality — not theories that wither in the face of the domestic battles that veterans should never have to fight.
—Irene Watkins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Feb. 2026
Jones said Monroe’s response reflects how drought can surface first in communities with smaller or more constrained systems, even within the same region.
—Nora O'Neill, Charlotte Observer, 10 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reflects
Verb
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Cusumano’s and Moody’s decision mirrors a broader shift.—
Lucas Bogardus,
Miami Herald,
6 Feb. 2026
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The Jazz Room stages an hour-long set that mirrors the loose, collaborative spirit of New Orleans jazz, where no two moments sound quite the same.—
Holly Alvarado,
Oc Register,
6 Feb. 2026
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State police said Pedbereznak was cooperative with investigators and showed them the text message conversation where he was sent a photo of the CAD remarks, according to the warrant affidavit.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
5 Feb. 2026
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Noem and White House deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller quickly accused Pretti of domestic terrorism after Saturday's shooting without citing any evidence or conducting an investigation -- remarks Trump has distanced himself from.—
Emily Guskin,
ABC News,
4 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Alyssa Milano comments on a ton of my stuff.—
Kate Aurthur,
Variety,
8 Feb. 2026
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The message came after furious reaction to comments the president made minimizing the role NATO forces played in Afghanistan.—
Kevin Liptak,
CNN Money,
24 Jan. 2026
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Columnist Cameron Smith opines about a less-than-inspiring group of Republican candidates.—
Tacuma Roeback,
Nashville Tennessean,
1 Oct. 2025
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Angone opines that we Guardsmen were not acquainted with the neighborhoods we were assigned to.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Aug. 2025
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To seat a jury of eight with four alternates, the defense notes, the court must qualify at least 43 jurors, something attorneys argue is unlikely given the number of disqualifications already identified.—
Stepheny Price,
FOXNews.com,
7 Feb. 2026
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Geisler notes that a single individual may manage care for aging parents while also coordinating medical needs for their children.—
Wyles Daniel,
USA Today,
7 Feb. 2026
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“Reflects.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reflects. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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