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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Spa manager Belinda Lindsey (Natasha Rothwell) is miles away from her usual resort in Maui, but she’s seen enough to know something here doesn’t feel right.—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
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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Glenn, 52, spent 15 years as a cornerback for the New York Jets, Houston Texans, Dallas Cowboys, Jacksonville Jaguars and New Orleans Saints and understands the NFL grind from that perspective.—
Dan Wiederer,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Jan. 2025
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Still, Republicans have said that even if that call was accurate, the C.I.A. failed in understanding other key events: how quickly the Afghan government could collapse, how Bashar al-Assad would flee Syria and how Hamas was preparing to attack Israel.—
Julian E. Barnes,
New York Times,
18 Jan. 2025
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Scientists have also discovered that the cells in the tongue that sense sweet, salty, bitter, sour and umami tastes are spaced out across the tongue; some people are genetically more predisposed to liking sweets than others; and children tend to prefer the taste of sour candies more than adults do.—
Scott Lafee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
28 Jan. 2025
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Everyone in the room could sense the awkwardness that followed.—
Barbara A. Perry,
Newsweek,
27 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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The Aledo Bearcats are known for their football dominance, having won 12 state championships.—
Brayden Garcia,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
19 Jan. 2025
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Additionally, gas fireplaces will have a component known as a thermocouple, which is designed to prevent gas leaks by automatically closing the gas valve if the pilot light goes out.—
Timothy Dale,
Better Homes & Gardens,
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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Trump's claims that measures to protect the delta smelt, an endangered fish, upstate affected L.A.'s water supply are false, according to Ashley Overhouse, a California water policy adviser for the nonprofit conservation organization Defenders of Wildlife.—
Ivan Pereira,
ABC News,
24 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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The Swifts were spotted reacting to rookie Xavier Worthy's touchdown for the Chiefs in second quarter alongside Kelce's mom Donna.—
Natasha Dye,
People.com,
27 Jan. 2025
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“Perceive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perceive. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.
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