The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 13 letter word DELIBERATIONS
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The straight part
We know that "Reflections from fancy iron side table (7)/Reflections/Reflections" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case reflections from fancy iron side table (7)/reflections/reflections = deliberations.The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does DELIBERATIONS mean?
DELIBERATIONS noun- The act of deliberating, or of weighing and examining the reasons for and against a choice or measure; careful consideration; mature reflection.
- Careful discussion and examination of the reasons for and against a measure