reflex
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The reflex to get liquid when headlines are scary is natural and that can be seen in historical mutual-fund data.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 28, 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
To begin with, there are the demands on balance, coordination, and reflex.
From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand
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
But the Cherries, aided by the sharp reflexes of Djordje Petrovic in goal, held on to secure a famous win.
From BBC ● Sep. 17, 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
My reflexes were so slow, it was like I was underwater.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 1, 2026
His lightning reflexes serving him well, Cluny leaped clear.
From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques
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