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soul-searching
[ sohl-sur-ching ]
noun
- the act or process of close and penetrating analysis of oneself, to determine one's true motives and sentiments.
soul-searching
noun
- deep or critical examination of one's motives, actions, beliefs, etc
adjective
- displaying the characteristics of deep or painful self-analysis
Word History and Origins
Origin of soul-searching1
Example Sentences
No doubt that period came with a lot of soul-searching for Lot, but resilient people always find a way.
He called on the party to do some soul-searching and figure out why their message wasn't resonating with voters.
So let's shine a light on Carlos Alcaraz - and the soul-searching he will look to do before starting his European clay-court season - after a surprise early exit to Belgian veteran David Goffin.
The Netherlands, Finland and Estonia have also generated buzz for their submissions - which range from soul-searching ballads to stadium rock anthems.
It has also sparked soul-searching about what it means, exactly, to be Canadian.
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