reflex

Unlike bees or wasps, which sting as a defence mechanism to protect themselves, a jellyfish sting is an automatic reflex, not a deliberate attack.

From BBC ● Jul. 28, 2026

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

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

Perhaps man was neither good nor bad, was only a machine in an insensate universe—his courage no more than a reflex to danger, like the automatic jump at the pin-prick.

From "The Once and Future King" by T. H. White

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

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

Mr. Rein implores us to override the divisive reflexes evolution has bequeathed us.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 13, 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

“If you have to rely on your reflexes, someone is going to get hurt—and get hurt unnecessarily. If you take advantage of intelligence and cover, you will almost never have to make an instinctive decision.”

From "Blink" by Malcolm Gladwell