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
It was a reflex action from my years as a beggar.
From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss
My reflexes were so slow, it was like I was underwater.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 1, 2026
Although there may be no meaning behind those reflexes in patients with severe brain injuries, the presence of those seemingly human expressions may make it even more difficult to let someone go.
From Slate ● Dec. 8, 2025
Edmunds noted the new Model Y lacks sporty reflexes but offers a comfortable ride, while the Model 3 maintains strong performance.
From Barron's ● Oct. 10, 2025
Boxers who base much of their style on speed, mobility and reflexes tend to feel the passage of time sooner.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 12, 2025
So quickly, I argued with myself, that it might have been sheer reflexes.
From "Twilight" by Stephenie Meyer
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