reflex

Example Sentences

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What fueled the words and the life remains tied to the desire for family and the reflex to run—an exile.

From The Wall Street Journal

The stock staged a brief reflex rally but the price faded to close in the red.

From MarketWatch

Instead of producing a reflex like Pavlov's dogs, the turtles respond with an energetic "dance."

From Science Daily

Healthcare professionals check the baby's muscle tone, pulse, reflex response, breathing rate and appearance, giving each component a maximum score of two.

From BBC

She can launch powerful strikes from long range or use her deft touch and reflexes to score from close.

From Seattle Times