reflex
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A plan more than doubles confidence to handle the same fear and the same reflex.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 16, 2026
City's prolific striker Lamb's close-range effort was kept out by Byrne-Hughes' incredible reflex save and he also somehow scooped an effort over the crossbar from inside the six yard box.
From BBC ● May 14, 2026
Even high-profile cases involving figures like Sean Combs reflect the same cultural reflex: disbelief, deflection, delay.
From Slate ● Apr. 25, 2026
Like a teenage reflex, I sprinted to the comments to see what people were saying.
From Salon ● Apr. 12, 2026
He thrashed wildly, more a reflex than an attempt to get away.
From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss
The physical motion created while walking could also contribute by triggering reflexes that encourage the intestines to become more active.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 5, 2026
The stamina, coordination, reflexes and maneuvering of a vehicle at such ridiculously high speeds is more than admirable.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 30, 2026
At highway speeds, the sedan’s sharp reflexes and deep reserves of squirt create significant moral temptation.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 25, 2026
The former Atletico player fired towards goal from seven yards out but Oblak showed lightning-quick reflexes to keep out the shot.
From Barron's ● Dec. 21, 2025
If his reflexes were faster than his intellect, she might have a chance.
From "Time Bomb" by Joelle Charbonneau
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