as in soul-searching
examination of one's own thoughts and feelings
not a man given to introspection, he grew impatient with his wife's constant need to discuss their relationship
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Recent Examples of introspection
Amid circumstances that encourage introspection, EMA intends for his art to help readers explore their inner psychology and interpersonal dynamics.
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Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 31 Dec. 2024
Mars, the planet of action, remains retrograde in Leo until January 6 and continues its retrograde in Cancer until February 23, adding an undercurrent of sensitivity, moodiness and introspection to the month.
—Dossé-Via Trenou, refinery29.com, 26 Dec. 2024
The constant demands of strategy, decision-making, and stakeholder management can leave little room for introspection.
—Bryce Hoffman, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
The subjects of the former president's books ranged widely: foreign policy to religious theory, personal experience with faith to historic presidential moments, introspection to art and even tales for children.
—Rachel Raposas, People.com, 30 Dec. 2024
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Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 31 Dec. 2024
Mars, the planet of action, remains retrograde in Leo until January 6 and continues its retrograde in Cancer until February 23, adding an undercurrent of sensitivity, moodiness and introspection to the month.
—Dossé-Via Trenou, refinery29.com, 26 Dec. 2024
The constant demands of strategy, decision-making, and stakeholder management can leave little room for introspection.
—Bryce Hoffman, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
The subjects of the former president's books ranged widely: foreign policy to religious theory, personal experience with faith to historic presidential moments, introspection to art and even tales for children.
—Rachel Raposas, People.com, 30 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for introspection
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The soul-searching that Edwards did in the wake of that Boston loss has led to a scoring explosion from him of late.Jon Krawczynski, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025
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His victory reshaped the Republican Party and provoked soul-searching among Democrats, who shed support among key groups that were once the backbone of their coalition.Jonathan Easley, The Hill, 6 Jan. 2025
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But without self-reflection, old relationship patterns can quietly resurface, pulling you back into familiar and unhealthy dynamics.Mark Travers, Forbes, 11 Jan. 2025
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But other economists argue that the profession needs a period of more significant self-reflection.Ben Casselman, New York Times, 10 Jan. 2025
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Wondering what would happen if those same tools were used for self-examination, the author sifted through personal data to uncover meaningful insights to plan a course of action toward more joyful and fulfilling years.Roxsy Lin, Los Angeles Times, 3 Jan. 2025
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The Power Of Radical Self-Awareness Reinvention begins with an honest, compassionate self-examination.Mark Protus, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025
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Mercury’s entrance to philosophical Sagittarius suggests contemplation as a means to discover what is true for you.USA TODAY, USA TODAY, 2 Nov. 2024
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The Courrèges circular layout evoked infinite contemplation.Rhonda Richford, WWD, 2 Oct. 2024
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Anyone who has tracked their daily steps or worn a glucose monitor can testify that self-observation works.Dev Patnaik, Forbes, 7 Oct. 2024
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Moreover, self-observation might highlight a leader's tendency to let stress visibly affect their demeanor, inadvertently impacting team morale.Paola Cecchi-Dimeglio, Forbes, 14 Feb. 2024
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Few other nations are as prone to self-scrutiny and self-criticism, or as engaged in impassioned discourse on the nature of liberty and democracy without fear of governmental repression.Kenneth Lasson, Baltimore Sun, 1 Jan. 2025
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Above all, Raisman is working on breaking free from a vicious cycle of self-scrutiny.Katie Camero, USA TODAY, 29 Feb. 2024
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“Introspection.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/introspection. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.
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