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
Cornyn has conservative policy bonafides, but he is perceived as an establishment Republican – a dynamic that is reflected in primary polling between the two.
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Riley Beggin, USA Today, 12 July 2025
At odds, then, is how players view the All-Star accolade with how the league perceives the exhibition game’s intention.
—Matt Gelb, New York Times, 12 July 2025
However, in today’s climate, sponsorships are often perceived as endorsements in the public eye, and this is why Target’s presence on the list of sponsors at the event sparked conversation this year.
—Sughnen Yongo, Forbes.com, 6 July 2025
Many edge to the front of the crowd before the site opens, despite the risk of Israeli soldiers perceiving them as a threat.
—Anas Baba, NPR, 6 July 2025
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Riley Beggin, USA Today, 12 July 2025
At odds, then, is how players view the All-Star accolade with how the league perceives the exhibition game’s intention.
—Matt Gelb, New York Times, 12 July 2025
However, in today’s climate, sponsorships are often perceived as endorsements in the public eye, and this is why Target’s presence on the list of sponsors at the event sparked conversation this year.
—Sughnen Yongo, Forbes.com, 6 July 2025
Many edge to the front of the crowd before the site opens, despite the risk of Israeli soldiers perceiving them as a threat.
—Anas Baba, NPR, 6 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for perceive
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His loss is deeply felt across the entire ROTC and Rutgers community.—
Stephanie Kuzydym,
The Courier-Journal,
27 July 2025
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So why does life feel costly for many Michiganders?—
Adrienne Roberts,
Freep.com,
27 July 2025
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Maybe a student is an amateur chef who notices that there are few affordable bakers in the area for parties and community events.—
Christopher Rim,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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Pankow's absence is noticed on set of the final season, Cline says.—
Julia Moore,
People.com,
15 July 2025
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With millions of followers across Instagram, TikTok and Substack, the platform is positioned towards helping young people better understand the news, with regular free newsletters and podcasts.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
15 July 2025
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However, the evidence is mixed; researchers think larger studies are needed to understand caffeine's influence on this condition.15 What Are the Potential Downsides of Cloud Coffee?—
Mark Gurarie,
Verywell Health,
15 July 2025
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When a vital partner senses a workforce lacks confidence, brand damage is possible—a reputational liability.—
Tom Daly,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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People 65 years of age or older may not compensate for heat stress efficiently and are less likely to sense and respond to change in temperature.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
14 July 2025
Verb
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At Holland State Park, which is run by the state and hasn’t seen lifeguards in three decades, there’s talk among Park Township officials of implementing a lifeguard pilot program.—
Tresa Baldas,
Freep.com,
21 July 2025
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Some spots of fire east of the freeway were seen, along with south of Lindbergh Hill, the team said.—
Rey Covarrubias Jr,
AZCentral.com,
20 July 2025
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That gap can cause marketing to keep optimizing based on CPC or CPL without knowing which leads actually move forward in the funnel.—
Ron Browning,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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Rest assured, no one knew this kind of flood was coming.—
Rebecca Schneid,
Time,
7 July 2025
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Your laundry room will smell a bit like ozone (think of how the air smells after a thunderstorm) but that's the only indicator that anything is different.—
Anthony Karcz,
Forbes.com,
26 July 2025
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Court documents said Royster’s breath smelled strongly of alcohol.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
24 July 2025
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The incident resulted in the resignations of Astronomer CEO Andy Byron and its head of HR Kristin Cabot after the two were allegedly spotted on the kiss cam together.—
Jordan Moreau,
Variety,
26 July 2025
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For a deeper peek into Sinclair Canyon and a chance to spot bighorn sheep grazing, try the nearby Juniper Loop hike.—
Jenny Wisniewski,
USA Today,
26 July 2025
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“Perceive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perceive. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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