introspection
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And although he lived on Walden Pond from 1845 to 1847, the resulting volume of nature-inspired introspection would not be published until 1854.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026
But quibbling over individual op-eds let him sidestep some uncomfortable introspection.
From Slate • Apr. 17, 2026
For all his introspection, Dunk wrongfully justifies his own survival as a transaction — a king-to-be traded for a commoner.
From Salon • Feb. 25, 2026
A droll moment of introspection is offered when Gordon disfigures his face with tape.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 3, 2026
The spell of introspection she had cast on herself was unbroken, as if she hadn’t moved from her seat at all.
From "Franny and Zooey" by J. D. Salinger
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