1
as in to feel
to have a vague awareness of
I thought I perceived a problem, but I wasn't sure
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2
as in to notice
to make note of (something) through the use of one's eyes
perceived that it was going to be a nice day
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3
as in to understand
to have a clear idea of
I perceive your point, but I still disagree
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Recent Examples of perceive
They were joined by a rival that had been perceived as a legitimate threat, the San Diego Padres.
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Ken Rosenthal, The Athletic, 18 Jan. 2025
Effective engagement with employees on these and similar issues is perceived as means of communicating and demonstrating organizational values and behaviors.
—Michael Peregrine, Forbes, 17 Jan. 2025
Although the battles pitting employers versus employees on the topic of remote work are sometimes perceived as heated in popular press reports, for most employers, this debate has simmered down considerably.
—Carine Harb, Newsweek, 17 Jan. 2025
Charlotte law enforcement leaders acknowledge the city is increasingly perceived as unsafe — a perception bolstered by last year's rise in homicides.
—Alexandria Sands, Axios, 17 Jan. 2025
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Ken Rosenthal, The Athletic, 18 Jan. 2025
Effective engagement with employees on these and similar issues is perceived as means of communicating and demonstrating organizational values and behaviors.
—Michael Peregrine, Forbes, 17 Jan. 2025
Although the battles pitting employers versus employees on the topic of remote work are sometimes perceived as heated in popular press reports, for most employers, this debate has simmered down considerably.
—Carine Harb, Newsweek, 17 Jan. 2025
Charlotte law enforcement leaders acknowledge the city is increasingly perceived as unsafe — a perception bolstered by last year's rise in homicides.
—Alexandria Sands, Axios, 17 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for perceive
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However, Girma’s deal feels different and bigger than all of those, as the key to the USWNT defense signed a long-term deal with Chelsea, signaling a new level of ambition.—
Emily Olsen,
The Athletic,
28 Jan. 2025
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The interior lining is fuzzy and ultra-warm, while the exterior feels just as soft.—
Ali Faccenda,
People.com,
27 Jan. 2025
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In the fall of 2022, Kohn went to a dermatologist after noticing lines form on his head.—
Kerry Breen,
CBS News,
18 Jan. 2025
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Image Nicole Hernandez has been noticing couples express interest in a special culinary addition to their wedding menu.—
Sadiba Hasan,
New York Times,
18 Jan. 2025
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Want to understand the impact of tech on your body and how to live better with your devices?—
Manuela López Restrepo,
NPR,
18 Jan. 2025
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The past week has proven a surreal one for TikTok's users and creators, many of whom are struggling to understand how this proved to be the one issue that could unite Democrats and Republicans.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
18 Jan. 2025
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His teammates could sense it in Buffalo in Week 11, ironically the only game the starters lost this season.—
Sam McDowell,
Kansas City Star,
16 Jan. 2025
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No big complaints from last year (aside from backup quarterback…sensing a theme?), just be more diligent this year.—
Chris Perkins,
Sun Sentinel,
10 Jan. 2025
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The states that saw the most substantial mortgage costs were as follows: Hawaii, California, Utah, Oregon, Idaho, Washington, Colorado, Nevada, Massachusetts and Arizona.—
Kristen Waggoner,
Newsweek,
22 Jan. 2025
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Tours also include an equal number of travelers who can see.—
MaryLou Costa, contributor,
CNBC,
22 Jan. 2025
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Many of the bills’ biggest advocates did not know whether there were any transgender athletes in their states at all.—
Louisa Thomas,
The New Yorker,
19 Jan. 2025
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Their bias reflected inaccurate stereotypes, a phenomenon related to the psychological concept known as representativeness.—
Hersh Shefrin,
Forbes,
19 Jan. 2025
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The demands of California’s agriculture and population growth have had severe consequences for native fish species since the early 20th century, with roughly 80% of previous populations of native salmon, trout, sturgeon and the delta smelt.—
Ari Plachta,
Sacramento Bee,
25 Jan. 2025
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The plan to move water from the Sacramento-San Joaquin River Delta downstate was nixed after environmental groups opposed it because of its potential impact on endangered salmon and smelt.—
Kevin Dolak,
The Hollywood Reporter,
24 Jan. 2025
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Jason Kelce was also spotted at the game in a Travis jersey!—
Lisa Gutierrez,
Kansas City Star,
27 Jan. 2025
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One official spotted the ball closer to the marker than the other.—
Ryan Gaydos,
Fox News,
27 Jan. 2025
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“Perceive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perceive. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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