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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one of the twins was outgoing and talkative while the other was withdrawn and reflective
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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
The album, released under Universal Music Latino and co-produced by the young singer-songwriter mostly with Julio Reyes Copello, represents a crucial moment in her artistic and emotional evolution, with a mature, authentic, and reflective proposal.
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Sigal Ratner-Arias, Billboard, 31 Jan. 2025
However, that decline for the NFC title game is actually more reflective of the state of NFL viewership this year than the AFC’s new record is.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 28 Jan. 2025
Related Articles The tone of the dress featured an icy hue with a reflective quality that mimicked the purple and blue hues of the backdrop behind Ambrosio as cameras flashed.
—Julia Teti, WWD, 31 Jan. 2025
All seven colors include reflective accents for nighttime visibility.
—Jessica MacDonald, Travel + Leisure, 30 Jan. 2025
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Sigal Ratner-Arias, Billboard, 31 Jan. 2025
However, that decline for the NFC title game is actually more reflective of the state of NFL viewership this year than the AFC’s new record is.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 28 Jan. 2025
Related Articles The tone of the dress featured an icy hue with a reflective quality that mimicked the purple and blue hues of the backdrop behind Ambrosio as cameras flashed.
—Julia Teti, WWD, 31 Jan. 2025
All seven colors include reflective accents for nighttime visibility.
—Jessica MacDonald, Travel + Leisure, 30 Jan. 2025
See all Example Sentences for reflective
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reflective
Adjective
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Savvy hotelier Jayson Seidman purchased the Italianate mansion (built by architect Thomas Sully in 1883) in 2019 and, in a thoughtful overhaul, created a true city living room.—
Jenny Adams,
AFAR Media,
11 Feb. 2025
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This decision is the result of much thoughtful consideration.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
10 Feb. 2025
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The team used a process called 3D microscopy to map the cuts, and found that many were indicative of the removal of muscle bundles, the brain and marrow from inside the bones, according to the release.—
Irene Wright,
Miami Herald,
7 Feb. 2025
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To Pimp a Butterfly and Mr. Morale & the Big Steppers are indicative of that.—
Taylor Crumpton,
TIME,
7 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Still, the movie ends on a note of melancholy self-reckoning that lingers.—
David Rooney,
The Hollywood Reporter,
16 Feb. 2025
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Over Martin’s delicate playing, her aching rasp resonated to the rafters, a melancholy shudder that still sounded comforting.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA TODAY,
15 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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By day, the atmosphere is contemplative and relaxing.—
Karla Cripps,
CNN,
7 Feb. 2025
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Polyhymnia Polyhymnia is the Muse of sacred poetry, hymns, and dance, often shown in a contemplative or meditative pose — though she is also associated with geometry and the sciences.—
Ryan Brennan,
Kansas City Star,
20 Jan. 2025
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“Reflective.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reflective. Accessed 22 Feb. 2025.
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