1
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one of the twins was outgoing and talkative while the other was withdrawn and reflective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
Such fashion choices were likely never considered by the more conservative and reflective 6-1, 195-pound floor general Vaughn during their days as Jayhawks (1994-97).
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Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 22 May 2025
This backpacking-ready pad is made with reflective insulation, earning a three-season R-value of 3.2.
—Drew Zieff, Outside Online, 22 May 2025
The Tensor series uses a double layer of reflective film insulation, with a baffled air chamber design, which helps keep it quiet.
—Scott Gilbertson, Wired News, 22 May 2025
The high-shine finish is both durable and reflective, bringing a bit of glow to this galley layout.
—Lauren Bengtson, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 May 2025
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Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 22 May 2025
This backpacking-ready pad is made with reflective insulation, earning a three-season R-value of 3.2.
—Drew Zieff, Outside Online, 22 May 2025
The Tensor series uses a double layer of reflective film insulation, with a baffled air chamber design, which helps keep it quiet.
—Scott Gilbertson, Wired News, 22 May 2025
The high-shine finish is both durable and reflective, bringing a bit of glow to this galley layout.
—Lauren Bengtson, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reflective
Adjective
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The clean ingredients and thoughtful composition show that Dossier put real care into creating something special.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
30 May 2025
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Springsteen has never shied away from holding up a thoughtful mirror reflecting the state of our nation.—
Reader Commentary,
Baltimore Sun,
30 May 2025
Adjective
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This was indicative of how history recorded the imprisonment of so many other Maryland political leaders, newspaper editors and other citizens imprisoned under the suspension of habeas corpus which denied their right to present a defense or to even publicly proclaim their side of the story.—
Paul Callahan,
Baltimore Sun,
29 May 2025
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And Just Like That season 3 premiere is indicative of what’s to come this season for our favorite New Yorker.—
Jessica Radloff,
Glamour,
29 May 2025
Adjective
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Feisty, single, and prone to melancholy, Agathe works in Paris’ legendary Shakespeare and Company bookstore.—
Peter Rainer,
Christian Science Monitor,
21 May 2025
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Part of this is undoubtedly the work of director Dean Fleischer Camp, who is best known for directing the equally charming and melancholy Marcel the Shell With Shoes On.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
20 May 2025
Adjective
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At The Donum Estate, Oracle has found not just a physical home, but a spiritual one—a place where Biggers’ layered histories, material choices, and contemplative intentions converge into a singular, powerful experience.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
28 May 2025
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This stimulates your mind in a serious, contemplative way.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
25 May 2025
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“Reflective.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reflective. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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