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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

With so many acquittals, former Supreme Court judge Madan Lokur said, the prosecution and police "should sit down to introspect what they have achieved in five years".

From BBC ● Feb. 27, 2025

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

From Seattle Times ● Feb. 25, 2024

Over the past eight years, I’ve observed him listen, introspect, and take action, even where it would have been easier for him to stay the course.

From The Guardian ● Aug. 27, 2019

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

From Salon ● Nov. 15, 2015

In order to introspect one must catch himself unawares, so to speak, in the very act of thinking, remembering, deciding, loving, hating, and all the rest.

From The Mind and Its Education by George Herbert Betts

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