soul-searching
Example Sentences
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As in Vietnam, larger questions about the impact of war on military readiness accompanied veterans’ soul-searching.
From Salon ● Sep. 20, 2026
The tragedy has prompted soul-searching in the world of TV news helicopter pilots and focused attention on safety issues.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 19, 2026
Looking back, he gained a foothold in mainstream politics only because of the humiliating defeat of Kamala Harris, and the soul-searching that followed.
From Slate ● Aug. 7, 2026
There was little soul-searching over his international future because Morocco never approached him.
From BBC ● Jun. 29, 2026
King’s advisors argued and pleaded with him, but he was done soul-searching.
From "Boots on the Ground: America's War in Vietnam" by Elizabeth Partridge
