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Discover LudwigThe phrase "the reflexive" is correct and usable in written English
It can be used in discussions about grammar, particularly when referring to reflexive pronouns or constructions. Example: "In English, the reflexive is often used to indicate that the subject and object of the verb are the same."
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the reflexive
adjective
Referring back to the subject, or having an object equal to the subject.
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Use the reflexive pronoun.
No call for the reflexive pronoun.
The reflexive rush to normal is counterproductive.
The reflexive answer, of course, is everything.
There is the reflexive urge to smother with kisses.
The reflexive judgments to the contrary seem hasty at best.
Here it was again, the reflexive invocation of malevolence.
But that would create a problem with the reflexive "themselves".
The reflexive fear of hydrogen has a name: Hindenburg syndrome.
"It removes the reflexive assumption of gay people's inferiority," Professor Goldberg said.
It's no accident that "amazing" is the reflexive superlative of the Internet age.
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Since I tried Ludwig back in 2017, I have been constantly using it in both editing and translation. Ever since, I suggest it to my translators at ProSciEditing.

Justyna Jupowicz-Kozak
CEO of Professional Science Editing for Scientists @ prosciediting.com