reflect
verb (used with object)
to cast back (light, heat, sound, etc.) from a surface.
was reflecting
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past progressiveof reflect.past progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or continuous state that was happening at a specific time in the past.
Example Sentences
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He was reflecting on a time when the former railyard was destined to become a giant industrial warehouse complex.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 1, 2026
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer was reflecting this weekend on the "political realities" that he faces, a senior minister said on Sunday, amid media reports the premier would resign within days.
From Barron's ● Jun. 21, 2026
Verstappen was reflecting on the fact that he lost 15 seconds to the McLarens over the first stint as the track dried.
From BBC ● Mar. 16, 2025
The Met said it was "reflecting" on the report but was "using every available resource to deliver more trust, less crime and high standards".
From BBC ● Aug. 14, 2024
Soaphead was reflecting once again on these thoughts one late hot afternoon when he heard a tap on his door.
From "The Bluest Eye" by Toni Morrison
