as in contemplative
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Recent Examples of introspective
Even before the opening credits, the film provides an introspective look at the frenzied chaos 12-year-old Melody Brooks (Phoebe-Rae Taylor) deals with on an average school day in 2002.
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Courtney Howard, Variety, 27 Nov. 2024
Back up, be more introspective and consider how your skills, attributes and talents can benefit you.
—Eugenia Last, The Mercury News, 13 Nov. 2024
Released in December 2014, 2014 Forest Hills Drive marked a pivotal moment in Cole’s career, earning critical acclaim for its introspective themes and innovative production.
—Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 2 Dec. 2024
November begins with an introspective new moon in Scorpio, igniting your sixth house of productivity and mindfulness.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 1 Nov. 2024
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Courtney Howard, Variety, 27 Nov. 2024
Back up, be more introspective and consider how your skills, attributes and talents can benefit you.
—Eugenia Last, The Mercury News, 13 Nov. 2024
Released in December 2014, 2014 Forest Hills Drive marked a pivotal moment in Cole’s career, earning critical acclaim for its introspective themes and innovative production.
—Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 2 Dec. 2024
November begins with an introspective new moon in Scorpio, igniting your sixth house of productivity and mindfulness.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 1 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for introspective
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The recent rut put Locksley in a contemplative mood.Edward Lee, Baltimore Sun, 29 Nov. 2024
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Kali Malone, a composer who reinvents the pipe organ into contemporary contexts, invites listeners into a realm of contemplative beauty, reimagining traditional sacred music with a modern paint brush.SPIN Team, SPIN, 28 Nov. 2024
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The songs are muscular and syncretic as ever, but the normally peevish rapper doesn’t maintain his trolling energy for the full record, settling into a questioning and pensive pace.Stephen Kearse, TIME, 8 Dec. 2024
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The main villain of the piece, Simba’s dreadful uncle Scar, is a superior bad guy, pensive and brooding rather than angry or shill.Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 21 Nov. 2024
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Scenes from the natural world offer a meditative respite from the competitive fervor, exploring what else has meaning for Alexey: the health of the oceans.Lisa Kennedy, Variety, 8 Dec. 2024
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The soundless video is a meditative sweep across the stars.Amanda Kooser, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
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The show transformed into a retrospective journey honoring love and heartbreak, while the audience — mostly comprised of young women, teenagers, and girls — sang along at deafening volumes.Natalia Cano, Billboard, 14 Dec. 2024
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The Public Policy Institute of California, a think tank that conducts vigorous and objective research into vital state issues, is celebrating its 30th anniversary with a series of retrospective reports.Dan Walters, The Mercury News, 13 Dec. 2024
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Wedding tablescapes are arguably the most memorable part of a couple’s wedding decor, combining multiple visual elements that are reflective of the couple, their location, and their aesthetic.Boutayna Chokrane, Vogue, 9 Dec. 2024
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The president-elect's transition team did not immediately respond to a request for comment whether that was reflective of the ceasefire proposal Trump shared Sunday.Sarah D. Wire, USA TODAY, 8 Dec. 2024
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Parenting is about being adaptable, self-reflective, and attentive to your child's unique needs.Alex Vance, Parents, 9 Dec. 2024
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In a self-reflective conversation with Billboard, Mac Ayres talks about all things Cloudy, the emotional weight of revisiting your past, and his plans for 2025.Kyle Denis, Billboard, 21 Nov. 2024
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Whether for a grand occasion like a wedding or a simpler celebration like a kid’s birthday party, there’s no denying the joy that comes with a thoughtful piece of paper that’s been stuffed into an envelope, stamped, and sent on its merry, snail-mail way.Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 7 Dec. 2024
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Startups have to be thoughtful about access to public transit while also catering to people who drive.Salvador Rodriguez, CNBC, 6 Dec. 2024
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However, the beings were unable to comprehend human emotions like love, adding a philosophical layer to the narrative.Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 10 Dec. 2024
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This book is written with the premise that climate change should be understood as a consequence of capitalism and white supremacy, which define both the philosophical framework and practical approaches presented in the book.Anna Broughel, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
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“Introspective.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/introspective. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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