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given to or marked by reflection of the past
Her book takes a retrospective look at the actor's long and distinguished career.
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Recent Examples of retrospective
The Star Theater is the place for live performances: Broadway revues, ABBA hits, a Beatles retrospective.
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Helen Iatrou, Travel + Leisure, 29 Dec. 2024
Indie sleaze is the retrospective label that it’s been given.
—Alyssa Hardy, Vogue, 28 Dec. 2024
The retrospective trek launched in March 2023 and visited 21 countries across five continents.
—Keith Caulfield, Billboard, 8 Dec. 2024
The modern picture of Baldwin is dominated by the retrospective veneration slant.
—Doreen St. Félix, The New Yorker, 28 Dec. 2024
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Helen Iatrou, Travel + Leisure, 29 Dec. 2024
Indie sleaze is the retrospective label that it’s been given.
—Alyssa Hardy, Vogue, 28 Dec. 2024
The retrospective trek launched in March 2023 and visited 21 countries across five continents.
—Keith Caulfield, Billboard, 8 Dec. 2024
The modern picture of Baldwin is dominated by the retrospective veneration slant.
—Doreen St. Félix, The New Yorker, 28 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for retrospective
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When asked about their divergent paths over the past few years, Swiatek was philosophical.Charlie Eccleshare, The Athletic, 17 Jan. 2025
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These aren’t just logistical or philosophical questions—they’re deeply personal.Michel Koopman, Forbes, 15 Jan. 2025
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Private developers and municipalities have invested millions into the site to capitalize on its rural and nostalgic charm, including plans to build a boutique hotel.Linh Ta, Axios, 16 Jan. 2025
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For Gardner, the trend's resurgence is both nostalgic and exciting.Michael Gfoeller And David H. Rundell, Newsweek, 14 Jan. 2025
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Through introspective verses and melodic hooks, Rod continues to deliver bluesy, soul-baring hip-hop ballads.Christopher Claxton, Billboard, 13 Jan. 2025
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Drummer Neil Peart, who passed away in 2020, propelled the Canadian prog-rock trio Rush to stardom and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame behind his almost super-human percussion skills and introspective, topical lyrics.William Roberson, Forbes, 4 Jan. 2025
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The immersive creative act gave rise to analytic distance as the finished poem detached itself from its author.Louise Glück, The New Yorker, 4 Jan. 2025
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Custom card services with real-time insights and advanced analytic tools allow companies to fine-tune products, track spending habits and enhance customer engagement and loyalty.Mohamed Madkour, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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But the small, thoughtful details were just as eye-catching.Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 6 Jan. 2025
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However, the thoughtful gesture quickly turned upside down.Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 6 Jan. 2025
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For years, experts have noted that these measurements are not standardized, can vary by day and time, and are not reflective of a person's overall fluoride exposure.Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 7 Jan. 2025
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Charly's playful knack for finding the best lounging spots is reflective of the breed's charming characteristics.Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 6 Jan. 2025
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“Retrospective.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/retrospective. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.
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