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introspect

American

[in-truh-spekt] / ˌɪn trəˈspɛkt /

verb (used without object)

to practice introspection; consider one's own internal state or feelings.

verb (used with object)

to look into or examine (one's own mind, feelings, etc.).

introspect British

/ ˌɪntrəˈspɛkt /

verb

(intr) to examine and analyse one's own thoughts and feelings

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Etymology

Origin of introspect

First recorded in 1675–85; back formation from introspection

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introspect

"Muslims should introspect why there's a sense of shortcomings within the community."

From BBC ● May 9, 2024

It also offers me a place to step back and introspect, minus the pressure of having answers.

From Seattle Times ● Feb. 25, 2024

Any people who refuse to introspect need to really examine their conscience as to why that is.

From Salon ● Nov. 15, 2015

We introspect, for example, play narratives out in our heads and can imagine things that aren't even there.

From The Guardian ● Jul. 27, 2013

In the language of the psychologist, we must introspect.

From The Mind and Its Education by George Herbert Betts

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