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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Yet the main factor is an emotional one: people want to get married in a place that feels meaningful to them rather than someplace 6,000 miles away.—
Elise Taylor,
Vogue,
15 Jan. 2025
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Across generations, 48% of women reported feeling stressed and anxious about their finances in comparison to 38% of men.—
Rachel Barber,
USA TODAY,
15 Jan. 2025
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Allergies acting up: Homeowners who are sensitive to dust, pollen, or animal hair may notice their allergies acting up before anything else.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
18 Jan. 2025
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Andy Murray Retired Tennis star Andy Murray has also claimed to have noticed an uptick of posts from Musk appearing on his X feed.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
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 group was seen filling buckets of water from Libonati's pool and passing it among themselves to douse the smoking spots around the house.—
Janhvi Bhojwani,
NBC News,
10 Jan. 2025
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For more about how to tell generative AI to carry out a persona, see my explanation at the link here.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes,
9 Jan. 2025
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Here’s everything to know about the real-life case that inspired the 2012 flick.—
Yasmeen Hamadeh,
People.com,
19 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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Gain Rinse & Renew Rinse out stubborn odors and smell fresh with Gain Rinse and Renew Fabric Rinse.—
Michael Gfoeller And David H. Rundell,
Newsweek,
15 Jan. 2025
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Starbucks' customers have to wake up and smell the coffee!—
Latoya Gayle,
People.com,
14 Jan. 2025
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Last summer, her boyfriend, Travis Kelce, and Kansas City Chiefs teammate Patrick Mahomes were spotted at one of Swift's celebrated pool parties, joined by A-list friends like Gigi Hadid, Blake Lively, Ryan Reynolds, and Bradley Cooper.—
Michael Gfoeller And David H. Rundell,
Newsweek,
15 Jan. 2025
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This summer, British model Lila Moss was spotted atop one of the neon green steeds; while award-winning fashion designer, Stella McCartney, was seen going for an evening ride around Notting Hill with Kate Hudson in 2023.—
Leah Dolan,
CNN,
15 Jan. 2025
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“Perceive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perceive. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.
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