as in understandings
the knowledge gained from the process of coming to know or understand something
a growing perception of the enormity of the problem
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Recent Examples of perceptions
Lanier argued the filters could harm teens’ perceptions of themselves, saying experts consulted by Meta reached that same conclusion.
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Clare Duffy, CNN Money, 19 Feb. 2026
Particularly in the electoral settings, such content could influence voter perceptions and undermine trust in democratic processes.
—Mohamed Suliman, Boston Herald, 16 Feb. 2026
But Brussels is reportedly scaling back its criticism of Orbán to avoid perceptions of election interference.
—Prashant Rao, semafor.com, 16 Feb. 2026
But narrative change is still crucial — vaccine uptake, climate, destructive technology — popular culture shapes perceptions and outcomes.
—Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 15 Feb. 2026
At the same time, the report highlights growing concern about the impact of AI on timelines and perceptions of creativity.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 14 Feb. 2026
Premiering a documentary at one of the world’s great festivals could change family perceptions.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 14 Feb. 2026
The South Fulton Police Department applies discipline practices and promotion policies inconsistently, leading to widespread perceptions of disparate treatment among its ranks, according to an independent review launched after two former officers filed lawsuits against the city and former chief.
—Reed Williams, AJC.com, 13 Feb. 2026
Rupp’s slick multimedia work speaks to both technology and societal perceptions of aging women.
—Deborah Vankin, Los Angeles Times, 9 Feb. 2026
Clare Duffy, CNN Money, 19 Feb. 2026
Particularly in the electoral settings, such content could influence voter perceptions and undermine trust in democratic processes.
—Mohamed Suliman, Boston Herald, 16 Feb. 2026
But Brussels is reportedly scaling back its criticism of Orbán to avoid perceptions of election interference.
—Prashant Rao, semafor.com, 16 Feb. 2026
But narrative change is still crucial — vaccine uptake, climate, destructive technology — popular culture shapes perceptions and outcomes.
—Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 15 Feb. 2026
At the same time, the report highlights growing concern about the impact of AI on timelines and perceptions of creativity.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 14 Feb. 2026
Premiering a documentary at one of the world’s great festivals could change family perceptions.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 14 Feb. 2026
The South Fulton Police Department applies discipline practices and promotion policies inconsistently, leading to widespread perceptions of disparate treatment among its ranks, according to an independent review launched after two former officers filed lawsuits against the city and former chief.
—Reed Williams, AJC.com, 13 Feb. 2026
Rupp’s slick multimedia work speaks to both technology and societal perceptions of aging women.
—Deborah Vankin, Los Angeles Times, 9 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for perceptions
Noun
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Gelb said the broad crime rate decreases have made some criminologists question historic understandings of what drives trends in violent crime and how to battle it.—
Claudia Lauer,
Fortune,
22 Jan. 2026
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And as states started to abandon Common Core, school controversies began to focus less on standards and achievement than on competing understandings of America itself.—
Jonathan Zimmerman,
The Atlantic,
23 Dec. 2025
Noun
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Brian LaCroix, restaurant operator at Chick-fil-A, said the fast food chain will no longer be offering the military appreciations special.—
Rosanna Fraire,
USA Today,
18 Sep. 2025
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The release includes interviews, outtakes and critical appreciations.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
18 Aug. 2025
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“Perceptions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perceptions. Accessed 20 Feb. 2026.
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