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Recent Examples of percipient
That drew a horselaugh from veteran investor Jim Chanos, whose experience as a short-seller has given him a uniquely percipient feel for Wall Street foibles.
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Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 12 Mar. 2023
Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 12 Mar. 2023
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But, much to the surprise of analysts, society has stoically tolerated an acute recession, a substantial jump in poverty, and a weakening labor market.Agustino Fontevecchia, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025
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But these apps’ ascendance does reveal an acute desire from Americans to find their next social media destination; their general wariness about TikTok’s top American competitors; and their discontent with a ban that many see as paternalistic.Andrew R. Chow, TIME, 14 Jan. 2025
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But the two portraits are complementary nonetheless, each perceptive about the balance women are expected to find between emotional honesty and smiling reserve.Guy Lodge, Variety, 27 Dec. 2024
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These 4 Zodiac Signs Will Be in Their Villain Era This October The Moon Is in Tender Cancer The moon in Cancer is a perceptive and doting lunar placement on a good day.Lisa Stardust, People.com, 22 Oct. 2024
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One spring day in Paris many years ago, my wife, Diana, a most penetrating photographer, capable of seeing like no one else, decided, as an experiment, to walk across the city blindfolded.Hisham Matar, Harper's Magazine, 2 Aug. 2024
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Since the war began in Gaza, more than six months ago, the Israeli magazine +972 has published some of the most penetrating reporting on the Israel Defense Forces’ conduct.Isaac Chotiner, The New Yorker, 12 Apr. 2024
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Despite being sought after by the world’s most discerning collectors, Rexhepi exudes humility.Victoria Gomelsky, Robb Report, 16 Dec. 2024
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Companies are also becoming more discerning about which technology to use, prioritizing reliable, smaller models for quick, efficient tasks and saving large models for complex problem-solving.Barry Libert, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
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Morris Chestnut Logline: As the fate of the earth hangs perilously in the balance, Bandi a sagacious elder embarks on a crucial mission to locate Tep one of the few legitimate descendants of an ancient extraterrestrial power, tracing back to a small tribe in Africa.Zac Ntim, Deadline, 17 Sep. 2024
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Foster a balanced approach: While data can provide valuable insights at scale, integrating human judgment and industry expertise ensures a sagacious, well-rounded, and likely more ethical strategic investment approach.Douglas B. Laney, Forbes, 22 Feb. 2024
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Lopez hired experienced prospectors from Mexico to bring up more gold.Patt Morrison, Los Angeles Times, 11 Jan. 2025
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Yet the events of this week demonstrate the limits of those efforts, raising uncomfortable questions about whether any part of the United States — even the wealthiest, best prepared and most experienced — can truly adapt to wildfires made worse by a hotter climate.Christopher Flavelle, New York Times, 10 Jan. 2025
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From the innovative offerings of the beauty community to insightful donation tips courtesy of local organizers, there is a wealth of information available for all those searching.Essence, Essence, 17 Jan. 2025
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But most insightful of all is the role played by that show's host, Christopher Walken.Marco della Cava, USA TODAY, 16 Jan. 2025
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The 'perspicacious' Marvin Harrison Jr., and what that means for the Cardinals Like the former Ohio State star, Devin, 6-foot-2 and 185 pounds, also was a receiver.Doug Haller, The Athletic, 29 July 2024
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If a new Bridgerton-sibling romance each season is the series’ gimmick, then Penelope has proven to be its soul—a vividly realistic protagonist whose perspicacious alter ego tethered each fairytale courtship to earth.Judy Berman, TIME, 14 June 2024
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“Percipient.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/percipient. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.
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