reflex

Example Sentences

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It becomes activated as the baby stretches these tissues, triggering a neural reflex that boosts uterine contractions.

From Science Daily • Jan. 13, 2026

They do so by irritating the linings of the nose and lungs, triggering a reflex that increases breathing rate and blood flow, fostering alertness.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 12, 2026

Gladbach's teenage midfielder Wael Mohya forced a reflex save from Dortmund 'keeper Gregor Kobel with 10 minutes remaining, before Beier sealed the victory deep into stoppage time.

From Barron's • Dec. 19, 2025

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 • Nov. 28, 2025

I mean, I still have to do it the minute I see a plane—it’s a reflex, like covering my mouth when I cough—but I don’t want to send my love away forever.

From "Ask the Passengers" by A.S. King