Thesaurus results for REFLECTING

reflecting

verb

present participle of reflect

as in mirroring

to reproduce or show (an exact likeness) as a mirror would her face was reflected in the waters of the still pond

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance

as in remarking

to make a statement of one's opinion reflected on the huge influence that the electronic media have on our national elections

Synonyms & Similar Words

Example Sentences

Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.

Recent Examples of reflecting On the north side, a new seating amphitheater would border the reflecting pool, while glass walls would be installed between the museum’s neoclassical columns. — Neil Nakahodo, Kansas City Star, 18 Oct. 2026 The company also raised its full-year earnings outlook, reflecting continued progress on its turnaround plan. — Tipranks.com Staff, CNBC, 18 Oct. 2026 As for this season, residents probably have another big charge coming, as many have not yet received their September bills reflecting the state’s highest electricity use in four years, and there was another major heat wave in October. — Los Angeles Times, 17 Oct. 2026 The 30-year-old country star sat down with the Oscar-winning actor for a two-hour conversation, reflecting on his relationship with alcohol and the experience that ultimately led him to quit drinking. — Mitchell Peters, Billboard, 17 Oct. 2026 The bipartisan act passed the Senate by an overwhelming 86-11 margin, reflecting the broad support for sanctions in the United States. — Joel R. Levin, Chicago Tribune, 14 Oct. 2026 At the beginning, everything feels controlled, clean and carefully composed, reflecting how this family wants to see itself. — Annika Pham, Variety, 12 Oct. 2026 The crowds outside Comme des Garçons and Rick Owens still offer a distinct point of view, reflecting communities built around an aesthetic rather than a marketing exercise. — Alex Badia, Footwear News, 12 Oct. 2026 The draft no-confidence resolution by a group of Cornell faculty members is a rare move reflecting the depth of concern on campus. — Arkansas Online, 10 Oct. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for reflecting

Verb

What is happening at Duneland with enrollment is mirroring a trend around the state, Kwilasz said.

— Jim Woods, Chicago Tribune, 13 Oct. 2026
Some are veering to the right by mirroring GOP positions, like transgender exclusion from school sports.

— Dorian Rhea Debussy, The Conversation, 12 Oct. 2026

Definition of mirroring

Verb

Watts went first, remarking that something tasted off, according to Sinclair.

— Cheyenne Roundtree, Rolling Stone, 20 Aug. 2026
In the promo, Lasso is shown coaching the English club Tottenham Hotspur FC and satirically remarking on differences between American football and soccer.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 10 Aug. 2026

Definition of remarking

Verb

Gillis hosted the late-night sketch show on Saturday night and spent his monologue commenting on how women dress at the gym.

— Emily Zemler, Rolling Stone, 13 Oct. 2026
Michigan Democratic Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed mocked Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy on Saturday, commenting on Portnoy's body and athleticism.

— Jackson Thompson OutKick, FOXNews.com, 11 Oct. 2026

Definition of commenting

Verb

In response to the letter, Logan said his office is focused on conducting a fair and secure election while noting that Election Day is a mere 18 days away.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 18 Oct. 2026
The think tank compared its own 2026 survey with a similar survey from 1995, noting that the two used different methods and therefore offer an indication of a trend rather than a precise measure of change.

— Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 17 Oct. 2026

Definition of noting

Verb

But alongside these sorts of facts, there are others less convenient for opining on The Rural.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 16 Oct. 2026
Carolina Panthers owner David Tepper answered questions from Charlotte-area media Wednesday before practice, opining on Bryce Young, the team’s overall progress and Charlotte’s likelihood of getting a major league baseball team.

— Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 9 Sep. 2026