reflex

A sensible reflex, but it also means the long-awaited payoff never quite materializes—an underwhelming finish to an otherwise engaging and illuminating argument.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 24, 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

It is a paranoid reflex that turns any hint of infiltration into proof of betrayal.

From Salon ● Apr. 25, 2026

But if it was a reflex to save lives, how bad could he be?

From "Twilight" by Stephenie Meyer

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

My early reflexes came from watching games on TV with my parents and learning the ins and outs from my dad.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 24, 2026

"We face a world situation that has changed and the institutions and practices and the reflexes that were honed and very successful in the past no longer are," he said.

From BBC ● Feb. 8, 2026

My shot clanked off the rim and headed straight for her face, but the girl’s reflexes were good and she caught the ball just before it smashed into her nose.

From "Boy21" by Matthew Quick