reflect on
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.
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]
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reflag, reflate, reflation, reflationary, reflect, reflect on, reflectance, reflected plan, reflecting telescope, reflection, reflection coefficient
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