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
Any concerns about public perceptions can be alleviated by carefully questioning prospective jurors about their knowledge of the case, prosecutors wrote in a court filing.
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Michael R. Sisak, Chicago Tribune, 10 Jan. 2026
The sight of encampments and people in the throes of psychosis in the streets drives perceptions of lawlessness and danger, studies show.
—Sonja Sharp, Los Angeles Times, 9 Jan. 2026
In just a number of months, voters will head to the polls for midterms, the first nationwide test for Democrats following their across the board defeat in 2024, itself partly due to perceptions that the party was too far to the left.
—Douglas Schoen, Oc Register, 9 Jan. 2026
To generate the report, Dunnhumby analyzed customer and financial data for the 81 largest supermarket, discount, superstore, club and online banners in the nation, including perceptions of retailers' value.
—Chad Murphy, Cincinnati Enquirer, 8 Jan. 2026
Despite rising regional competition and challenges, including perceptions of safety and currency fluctuations, Bangkok is expected to remain resilient by prioritizing sustainable growth and high-quality visitor experiences.
—Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 7 Jan. 2026
On their final day in Santorini, the women meet with a local playwright and attend a special performance of traditional Greek theater inspired by their perceptions of one another.
—Brianne Tracy, PEOPLE, 6 Jan. 2026
With the rise of cable television and a 24/7 news cycle, Clinton understood sooner than most that a running mate could shape perceptions of the nominee.
—Time, 3 Nov. 2025
For corporate boards, an apology can be as important as a balance sheet in shaping market perceptions.
—Prachi Gala, The Conversation, 3 Nov. 2025
Michael R. Sisak, Chicago Tribune, 10 Jan. 2026
The sight of encampments and people in the throes of psychosis in the streets drives perceptions of lawlessness and danger, studies show.
—Sonja Sharp, Los Angeles Times, 9 Jan. 2026
In just a number of months, voters will head to the polls for midterms, the first nationwide test for Democrats following their across the board defeat in 2024, itself partly due to perceptions that the party was too far to the left.
—Douglas Schoen, Oc Register, 9 Jan. 2026
To generate the report, Dunnhumby analyzed customer and financial data for the 81 largest supermarket, discount, superstore, club and online banners in the nation, including perceptions of retailers' value.
—Chad Murphy, Cincinnati Enquirer, 8 Jan. 2026
Despite rising regional competition and challenges, including perceptions of safety and currency fluctuations, Bangkok is expected to remain resilient by prioritizing sustainable growth and high-quality visitor experiences.
—Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 7 Jan. 2026
On their final day in Santorini, the women meet with a local playwright and attend a special performance of traditional Greek theater inspired by their perceptions of one another.
—Brianne Tracy, PEOPLE, 6 Jan. 2026
With the rise of cable television and a 24/7 news cycle, Clinton understood sooner than most that a running mate could shape perceptions of the nominee.
—Time, 3 Nov. 2025
For corporate boards, an apology can be as important as a balance sheet in shaping market perceptions.
—Prachi Gala, The Conversation, 3 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for perceptions
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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
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This ambitious agenda puts the spotlight on the country’s sports diplomacy, in which athletic endeavors serve as an arena for gaining influence, cultivating international leadership, interacting with foreign audiences, and facilitating conversations that can lead to better understandings.—
Time,
Time,
9 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 15 Jan. 2026.
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