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Discover LudwigThe phrase "are mirrors" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when describing objects or concepts that reflect or resemble something else, often in a metaphorical sense.
Example: "The experiences we have in life are mirrors that reflect our inner thoughts and feelings."
Alternatives: "serve as reflections" or "act as mirrors".
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are mirrors
noun
A smooth surface, usually made of glass with reflective material painted on the underside, that reflects light so as to give an image of what is in front of it.
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They are mirrors.
Everywhere there are mirrors.
There are mirrors facing mirrors.
They are mirrors of shame.
"There are mirrors in every single shot.
"National institutions are mirrors of national values.
If novels are mirrors held up to nature, memoirs are mirrors held up to mirrors.
"They are mirrors, which break easily," she said.
It's a clever line by Sam Anderson — "if novels are mirrors held up to nature, memoirs are mirrors held up to mirrors".
Hanging on three sides of the space's white brick walls are mirrors of varying sizes.
There are mirrors that allow us to scrutinise every outfit with a semi-professional eye.
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