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introspective

[in-truh-spek-tiv] / ˌɪn trəˈspɛk tɪv /
ADJECTIVE
contemplative
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But though “Primetime” fails to be a deservedly introspective analysis of its subject matter, it does tee up fair questions about its own existence.

From Salon ● Sep. 26, 2026

They pushed him to be a bit more introspective.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 19, 2026

I found him quirky, introspective, and slightly nerdy.

From Slate ● Aug. 20, 2026

The 26-year-old has been making introspective, confessional pop since the end of the 2010s, but her career really took off with the release of her debut album, Good Riddance in 2023.

From BBC ● Jul. 18, 2026

But I see I am becoming unduly introspective, and in a rather morose sort of way at that.

From "The Remains of the Day" by Kazuo Ishiguro




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