reflecting
/ɹɪˈflɛktɪŋ/ adjective C2- That has been reflected (of light, sound etc.); undergoing reflection.
- That reflects. · a reflecting pool
- Having a component that reflects light. · a reflecting telescope
- Given to introspection; thoughtful, reflective.
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Man’s whole life passes in doing these things, and his intellect is exhausted by reflecting on them.
Elizabeth was sitting with her mother and sisters, reflecting on what she had heard, and doubting whether she was authorized to mention it, when Sir William Lucas himself appeared, sent by his daughter to announce her engagement to the family.
“That is possible,” said the countess, reflecting.
Villefort hastily quitted the apartment, but reflecting that the sight of the deputy procureur running through the streets would be enough to throw the whole city into confusion, he resumed his ordinary pace.
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