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单词 soul-search
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Definition of soul-search in English:

soul-search

verb ˈsəʊlsəːtʃ
  • 1with object To examine penetratingly and thoroughly; to make a soul-searching analysis of; (refl.) to examine (oneself) in this way.

  • 2no object To engage in soul-searching; to reflect deeply on one’s beliefs, feelings, motives, or actions.

Origin

Late 19th century (in an earlier sense). From soul + search.

 
 

Definition of soul-search in US English:

soul-search

verbˈsəʊlsəːtʃ
  • 1with object To examine penetratingly and thoroughly; to make a soul-searching analysis of; (refl.) to examine (oneself) in this way.

  • 2no object To engage in soul-searching; to reflect deeply on one’s beliefs, feelings, motives, or actions.

Origin

Late 19th century (in an earlier sense). From soul + search.

 
 
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