reflect on
Idioms-
Consider or think carefully about, as in She reflected on her country's role in history . [c. 1600] A closely related phrase is on due reflection , meaning “after careful consideration.” For example, On due reflection I decided to vote for the incumbent .
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reflect on one . Give evidence of one's qualities, as in The hasty preparation of this report will reflect on you . [Second half of 1600s]
Example Sentences
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"We have to draw on that, make use of Andy Burnham, but also... reflect on how we could do that better nationally and better as a government," she said.
From BBC
Can you reflect on what exactly is causing you to feel so burned out and unhappy at your job?
From MarketWatch
Guests often reflect on their own family histories — land lost, traditions carried forward — and leave with a renewed sense of stewardship, Releford says.
From Los Angeles Times
Between songs, she chats away about situations that inspired her; and takes a moment to reflect on the crazy ascent she's had over the last 12 months.
From BBC
So how does that reflect on their employees?
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