it's a sad reflection on modern society

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• reflection — re|flec|tion [ rı flekʃn ] noun ** 1. ) count an image that you see when you look in a mirror or other shiny surface: reflection in: Anna stared at her reflection in the hall mirror. reflection of: We could see the reflection of clouds on the… …   Usage of the words and phrases in modern English

• reflection*/ — [rɪˈflekʃ(ə)n] noun 1) [C] an image that you see when you look in a mirror or at a shiny surface Anna stared at her reflection in the hall mirror.[/ex] 2) [U] careful thought about something Syn: consideration At the time I thought I was right,… …   Dictionary for writing and speaking English

• be a reflection on — phrase to show the faults of someone or something clearly These crimes are a sad reflection on modern society. Thesaurus: to describe or define somethingsynonym Main entry: reflection …   Useful english dictionary

• be a reflection on — to show the faults of someone or something clearly These crimes are a sad reflection on modern society …   English dictionary

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• performing arts — arts or skills that require public performance, as acting, singing, or dancing. [1945 50] * * * ▪ 2009 Introduction Music Classical.       The last vestiges of the Cold War seemed to thaw for a moment on Feb. 26, 2008, when the unfamiliar strains …   Universalium

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