reflection

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as in scandal
a cause of shame your constant lying is a serious reflection on your character

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as in consideration
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 reflection In a reflection of Nuno’s team as a whole, Elanga also contributed when Forest were out of possession. Paul Taylor, The Athletic, 17 Mar. 2025 This keeps out bugs for you and eliminates reflections for the birds. Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 17 Mar. 2025 Founder Summer Thornton firmly believes that each client’s home should be a reflection of their personal style—their soul, passions, and quirks should be found on the walls and in the furniture throughout the home—so no two projects should ever look alike. Dan Howarth, Architectural Digest, 17 Mar. 2025 Boards must prioritize their own development through continuous learning and reflection, aligning their composition and contributions with modern organizational needs. Glenn Llopis, Forbes, 8 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for reflection
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reflection
Noun
  • Kanye West crossed the line with his latest controversial remarks about his industry peers, specifically JAY-Z and Beyoncé’s children.
    Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 27 Mar. 2025
  • The remarks came just two days a report on BBC Sport revealed former Formula 1 supremo Bernie Ecclestone had urged the sport’s commission to bring back the V10s.
    Dan Cancian, Forbes.com, 27 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • Entertainment Newsletter Prince William wants Prince Andrew to 'vanish' following scandal, a royal expert claims.
    Fox News Staff, Fox News, 15 Mar. 2025
  • Woods, meanwhile, was married to Elin Nordegren, the mother of Sam and Charlie, from 2004 to 2010, ending amid a major scandal over Woods' alleged infidelity.
    Mark Davis, Newsweek, 15 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • While most jurisdictions are moving forward with digital tax reforms to ensure that foreign providers contribute to public revenue, the Dominican Republic has so far stepped back—highlighting the complex political and economic considerations that influence digital tax policy.
    Aleksandra Bal, Forbes, 23 Mar. 2025
  • Varley’s grip, her taut observation of nerve-wracking isolation, loosens and the film devolves into a blunt and clichéd consideration of family.
    Lovia Gyarkye, The Hollywood Reporter, 21 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • The agency is accepting comments and intends to finalize the rule this year.
    Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes, 24 Mar. 2025
  • Roadside Attractions and Lionsgate did not return request for comment.
    Anthony D'Alessandro, Deadline, 23 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • The lack of mathematical proficiency is a disgrace.
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 20 Mar. 2025
  • That both president and country are a disgrace and everyone knows it?
    Ken Dryden, The Atlantic, 23 Feb. 2025
Noun
  • This was intended to be a an [sic] internal and private deliberation amongst high-level senior staff and sensitive information was discussed.
    ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 26 Mar. 2025
  • On March 19, the jury found after about two hours of deliberations that Harden committed fraud and directed him to pay $900,000 in punitive damages to Santopietro.
    City News Service, Oc Register, 25 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • The clip sees the singer writing the news about the album in a note and sealing it, before walking away in a different, witchy outfit.
    Tomás Mier, Rolling Stone, 17 Mar. 2025
  • As the press release for the special notes, Baldoni countersued in January.
    Eric Andersson, People.com, 17 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • No one wants a yellow stain on their outdoor furniture.
    Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 26 Mar. 2025
  • Allow 5-10 minutes for the hydrogen peroxide to penetrate and break down the stain, then wash with hot, soapy water and dry thoroughly.
    Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Mar. 2025

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“Reflection.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reflection. Accessed 30 Mar. 2025.

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