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soul-searching

[ sohl-sur-ching ]

noun

  1. the act or process of close and penetrating analysis of oneself, to determine one's true motives and sentiments.


soul-searching

noun

  1. deep or critical examination of one's motives, actions, beliefs, etc
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged†2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

adjective

  1. displaying the characteristics of deep or painful self-analysis
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged†2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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Origin of soul-searching1

First recorded in 1605–15
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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.

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The Netherlands, Finland and Estonia have also generated buzz for their submissions - which range from soul-searching ballads to stadium rock anthems.

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It has also sparked soul-searching about what it means, exactly, to be Canadian.

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While Democrats have been engaged in some needed soul-searching, I think many are finding their footing and voice right now.

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The disbelief and soul-searching among Latino activists and finger-pointing by Democrats will continue throughout 2025, predicated on the idea that Latinos who went with Trump voted against their self-interest.

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