soul-searching

[US]/[ˈsəʊl ˈsɜːtʃɪŋ]/
[UK]/[ˈsoʊl ˈsɜːrtʃɪŋ]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.A period of deep and serious thought, especially about one's life or actions.; The act of thinking deeply about one's values and beliefs.
v.To think deeply and seriously about one's life or actions.

Phrases & Collocations

soul-searching journey

doing soul-searching

deep soul-searching

after soul-searching

soul-searching process

engaged in soul-searching

intense soul-searching

period of soul-searching

embarking on soul-searching

serious soul-searching

Example Sentences

after the project failure, she engaged in some serious soul-searching.

he underwent a period of intense soul-searching following his divorce.

the retreat provided a space for deep soul-searching and reflection.

the experience prompted a period of soul-searching about his career path.

the artist's work often reflects a period of soul-searching and exploration.

the company leadership initiated a company-wide soul-searching exercise.

it was a time of soul-searching and trying to understand what went wrong.

the novel explores themes of identity and soul-searching in a modern world.

she needed some time for soul-searching before making a final decision.

his soul-searching led him to a new appreciation for his family.

the crisis forced him into a period of painful soul-searching.

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