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
But analysts say Apple has bigger concerns, such as its future product strategy and approach to artificial intelligence, a burgeoning field that the tech behemoth is perceived to be behind in.
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Lisa Eadicicco, CNN Money, 7 Aug. 2025
Part of the pressure comes from how her parents perceive her abilities, especially since her brother, who is also 22, has been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder.
—Ashley Vega, People.com, 7 Aug. 2025
It’s been more than a decade since Spears last publicly acknowledged the show, and much has changed in the reality-television landscape, celebrity culture, and how young famous women are both portrayed and perceived.
—Krystie Lee Yandoli, Glamour, 7 Aug. 2025
But it definitely got misconstrued and perceived in a different way.
—Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 5 Aug. 2025
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Lisa Eadicicco, CNN Money, 7 Aug. 2025
Part of the pressure comes from how her parents perceive her abilities, especially since her brother, who is also 22, has been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder.
—Ashley Vega, People.com, 7 Aug. 2025
It’s been more than a decade since Spears last publicly acknowledged the show, and much has changed in the reality-television landscape, celebrity culture, and how young famous women are both portrayed and perceived.
—Krystie Lee Yandoli, Glamour, 7 Aug. 2025
But it definitely got misconstrued and perceived in a different way.
—Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 5 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for perceive
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For those that still don’t feel quite ready to dive into a dinner, or may not live in an area with such an abundance of Shabbat clubs to join, there are still plenty of other ways to get a taste of the culture and religion.—
Sophie Liza Cannon,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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Canada is already feeling the effects of the higher rates as taxes on their goods jumped to 35% last week.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
7 Aug. 2025
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Radhi, an Ayurvedic enthusiast, noticed Jay’s sweet tooth was something deeper than an occasional craving.—
Omaid Homayun,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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This mattress is also durable—Dragan noticed that any body imprints pop back quickly, and is hopeful this will hold up for some time.—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
7 Aug. 2025
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Trained to understand player context and urgency, these systems ensure that the support is fast, relevant and empathetic.—
Anees Ali Khan,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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Veterans understand the weight of our duty: to defend America against all threats to our democracy.—
DP Opinion,
Denver Post,
7 Aug. 2025
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Even if a parent is physically present, the child may sense emotional disconnection.—
Ashleigh N. DeLuca,
Parents,
4 Aug. 2025
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But can our bodies sense gut microbe activity in real-time and shift behavior accordingly? Turns out, yes.—
Pranjal Malewar,
New Atlas,
3 Aug. 2025
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The Enquirer reached out to Kings Island following the announcement of the ride's closure to see what would replace Boo Blasters and if the building would be torn down.—
Haadiza Ogwude,
The Enquirer,
13 Aug. 2025
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Anyone who’s hoping to see Byrne reunite with Talking Heads is out of luck.—
Simon Vozick-Levinson,
Rolling Stone,
13 Aug. 2025
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Mass Ave resident Jeff Stroebel knows in this day and age people are always on their phones.—
Alysa Guffey,
IndyStar,
9 Aug. 2025
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Darcy Miller, known on TikTok as @darcycass, received an urgent call shortly after selling her couch on Facebook Marketplace from the buyer.—
Liz O'Connell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Aug. 2025
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The air smelled of sea salt, cinnamon and tropical fruit, as if God had spilled sunscreen from the heavens during application.—
Marlise Kast-Myers,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
3 Aug. 2025
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Time is of the essence with this situation, to avoid a stain and—more urgently—smells from taking root.—
Julia Forbes,
Wired News,
3 Aug. 2025
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In the final moments of Wednesday Season 4, Tyler spots Wednesday at the end of the hallway and charges at her in full Hyde form.—
Monica Mercuri,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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The moon will appear full the night before, so astronomy buffs can look up into the evening sky Aug. 8 to spot the full moon.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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“Perceive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perceive. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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