Synonym: contemplation, expression, manifestation, mirror image, musing, observation, reflectivity, reflexion, rumination, thoughtfulness. Similar words: election, selection, collection, section, infection, objection, connection, inspection. Meaning: [rɪ'flekʃn] n. 1. a calm lengthy intent consideration 2. the phenomenon of a propagating wave (light or sound) being thrown back from a surface 3. expression without words 4. the image of something as reflected by a mirror (or other reflective material) 5. a likeness in which left and right are reversed 6. (mathematics) a transformation in which the direction of one axis is reversed 7. a remark expressing careful consideration 8. the ability to reflect beams or rays.
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(91) On reflection, Marti's the spitting image of a panto baddie.
(92) She glanced at her own reflection in the mirror and the answer came with the suddenness of a hammer blow.
(93) Adoption has decreased dramatically during 20 years as a reflection of changes in legislation and public attitudes.
(94) Over 100 pages of essays and statements are designed to encourage reflection and discussion among young Christians throughout the region.
(95) Sometimes, these topics are even handled by sensitive writers who put them into a context that invites debate and reflection.
(96) The state of your life is nothing more than a reflection of the state of your mind. Wayne Dyer
(97) She looked at her reflection in the wall-length mirror, lifting her chin.
(98) The sustained rate of violence was real, not merely a reflection of a new awareness or better record keeping.
(99) The map is drawn to help the traveller, not to be an accurate reflection of reality.
(100) The self-evaluation programme designed by the Catholic Education Commission working party offers schools processes for reflection and examination of practice.
(101) It’s true, the scale can only give you a numerical reflection of your relationship with gravity. That’s it. It cannot measure beauty, talent, purpose, life force, possibility, strength, or love. Don’t give the scale more power than it has earned. Take note of the number, then get off the scale and live your life. You are beautiful! Steve Maraboli
(102) Thus the early killing age at Walton need not be a reflection of success in animal husbandry.
(103) I sit down here in the absolute silence with my reflection, in a sort of state of mystery.
(104) Therefore this apparent reduction in their rate of occurrence is a reflection of the comparatively shorter period of monitoring during the procedure.
(105) It will look like boards, and will be white for reflection of light,(http://sentencedict.com/reflection.html) plus easy to clean.
(106) He could see his reflection, turned gaunt and ashen, in the fragment of mirror propped against the lavatory window.
(107) On reflection she believed it was something to do with the way she looked - her casual dress.
(108) The earthly commonwealth being a reflection of the divine, secular power was therefore subordinate to spiritual.
(109) The scheme is designed to further personal development and to encourage reflection on institutional arrangements.
(110) It would be an opportunity for reflection specifically for people coming with a background of development experience and practice.
(111) One morning she was working at home on an assignment for her class in theological reflection.
(112) Adams' focus on the corporate world is a reflection of his own life.
(113) He, too, made simplifications, but slowly, after studied reflection and contemplation.
(114) Management development opportunities through shadowing managerial roles and processes provide a contrast and comparison for reflection on the management of education.
(115) There was a deep sense of prayer, an opportunity for reflection and an enjoyment in discovering more about our Catholic faith.
(116) Then he saw the reflection of his own angry face.
(117) The real man smiles in trouble, gathers strength from distress, and grows brave by reflection. Thomas Paine
(118) These changes are designed to provide a more accurate reflection of the roles of the various officers.
(119) After ample reflection, I concluded that the primary cause of my troubles was the farm itself.
(120) There was to be no pause for reflection, nor - much less - for a changeover from military to civilian rule.
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