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
On March 20, the sun will enter Aries and slip into your 12th house of closure, dreams and all things behind the scenes, marking a time for rest and introspection.
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Valerie Mesa, People.com, 20 Mar. 2025
While partaking in deep introspection or perhaps connecting with a loved one, you’re presented with the opportunity to clear the air and prioritize your emotional well-being.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 20 Mar. 2025
The venue, a secluded church from the 16th century with roots in the 13th century, inspires introspection and reflection, awakening a sense of kinship and togetherness among the participants.
—Big Think, 20 Mar. 2025
This is fiery and passionate but also reflective and revelatory, creating an intriguing synergy for action and introspection.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 19 Mar. 2025
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Valerie Mesa, People.com, 20 Mar. 2025
While partaking in deep introspection or perhaps connecting with a loved one, you’re presented with the opportunity to clear the air and prioritize your emotional well-being.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 20 Mar. 2025
The venue, a secluded church from the 16th century with roots in the 13th century, inspires introspection and reflection, awakening a sense of kinship and togetherness among the participants.
—Big Think, 20 Mar. 2025
This is fiery and passionate but also reflective and revelatory, creating an intriguing synergy for action and introspection.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 19 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for introspection
Noun
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Still, to see the pluralism pivot entirely as an exercise in covering your ass would miss the depth of the soul-searching that college presidents are doing.—
Emma Green,
New Yorker,
14 Apr. 2025
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There’s a lot of soul-searching going on with Democrats right now.—
Kellen Browning,
New York Times,
11 Apr. 2025
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Over time, the absence of psychological and physical space can limit opportunities for novelty, personal growth and self-reflection — all of which are critical for sustaining desire and vitality in long-term partnerships.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
12 Apr. 2025
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The self-reflection algorithm: how much of that is actually about justifying your behavior to your social peers?—
Jackie Strause,
HollywoodReporter,
11 Apr. 2025
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Warhol is a brisk dip in self-deprecating self-examination.—
Craig Jenkins,
Vulture,
2 Apr. 2025
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After a disappointing debut season with the New York Yankees and an inconsistent Year 2, Rodón undertook a thorough self-examination of his status as a starting pitcher.—
Chris Kirschner,
New York Times,
28 Mar. 2025
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These powerful works, rich with layered paint, found materials, sand and other organic elements, invite contemplation on themes of faith, ritual, immigration, and the environment.—
Chadd Scott,
Forbes.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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For many people, these are places of peace, contemplation, and prayer.—
Kevin Sabet,
Newsweek,
24 Mar. 2025
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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 25 Apr. 2025.
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