as in soul-searching
examination of one's own thoughts and feelings not a man given to introspection, he grew impatient with his wife's constant need to discuss their relationship
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Recent Examples of introspection The integration of music into the narrative adds another layer to Ali’s journey, allowing moments of introspection to unfold in a way that dialogue alone cannot. —
Scott Shilstone, Deadline, 9 Apr. 2026 At the same time, something beneath the surface may require more introspection. —Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 9 Apr. 2026 At the heart of this introspection is the passage of Measure G in 2024. —Steve Scauzillo, Daily News, 6 Apr. 2026 If the living area is inspired by relationships, the sleeping area is made for quiet introspection. —Ludovica Stevan, Architectural Digest, 5 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for introspection
Scott Shilstone, Deadline, 9 Apr. 2026 At the same time, something beneath the surface may require more introspection. —Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 9 Apr. 2026 At the heart of this introspection is the passage of Measure G in 2024. —Steve Scauzillo, Daily News, 6 Apr. 2026 If the living area is inspired by relationships, the sleeping area is made for quiet introspection. —Ludovica Stevan, Architectural Digest, 5 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for introspection
Recent Examples of Synonyms for introspection
- soul-searching
- self-reflection
- self-examination
- contemplation
- self-observation
- self-scrutiny
- self-questioning
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Barnes met Imam in a moment of soul-searching.— Emma Green, New Yorker, 17 Apr. 2026
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But thankfully, Mario (Chris Pratt) and Luigi (Charlie Day) are spared any such soul-searching.— Lindsey Bahr, Chicago Tribune, 2 Apr. 2026
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These include psychotherapy that is inspired by the Quran, the teachings of the prophet and spiritual practices such as self-reflection, prayer and mindfulness.— Anisah Bagasra, The Conversation, 17 Apr. 2026
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No one knows everything when getting into a relationship, but self-reflection and awareness have been beneficial.— Christina Frazier, Health, 1 Apr. 2026
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The shift from institutional blame to self-examination is where the film found its real subject.— Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 17 Apr. 2026
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Yet her songs remain disarmingly human, meditating on desire, vulnerability, and self-examination.— Marcus J. Moore, Pitchfork, 5 Mar. 2026
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True to its intent, this restaurant is indeed a calm yet joy-evoking space for quiet contemplation.— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
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The resulting home is a small architectural gem, as well as a contemplation on writing.— Ludovica Stevan, Architectural Digest, 21 Apr. 2026
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The purpose of this exercise is not to match your paradigm perfectly but to give you a thematic lens for self-observation.— Liz Tran, CNBC, 5 Feb. 2026
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There are three invitations leaders can offer their direct reports: Play with the technology as a tool for self-observation.— Michael Hudson, Forbes.com, 29 May 2025
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That may be too much heightened self-scrutiny.— Bryan Price, New York Times, 1 Oct. 2025
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In a foundational study, it was found that companies professing a strong belief in meritocracy were more likely to reward men over equally performing women because the belief in objectivity ironically reduces self-scrutiny in decisions, giving managers subconscious permission to act on stereotypes.— Heather Price, Forbes.com, 30 July 2025
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And yet, in the scene on the Hill of Love, Lapid offers no self-questioning, no sense of cinematic exertion or trouble, in the fictional framing of the real agonies of Gaza.— Richard Brody, New Yorker, 27 Mar. 2026
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But users can instruct it to be tentative, hesitant, self-questioning or even deliberately clumsy.— Chris Reed, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Aug. 2025
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“Introspection.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.grautoblog.com/thesaurus/introspection. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.
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