perceived
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He expressed frustration with a perceived lag in the arrival of aid while the nation celebrated Independence Day with pomp and ceremony in the capital Jakarta.
From Barron's ● Aug. 17, 2026
Iran doesn’t have to sink ships to control traffic—the perceived possibility of an attack can make a single voyage cost millions more to insure.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 12, 2026
“Partnering too closely with a more niche retailer like GameStop could limit the perceived breadth of eBay’s marketplace or create friction with sellers and customers who don’t see much relevance in the partnership.”
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 10, 2026
A steady, if inconspicuous, presence in California Democratic politics over the years, Becerra is largely perceived as a risk-averse candidate who would continue the status quo if he is elected.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 10, 2026
The explosion had left a crater more than forty miles across–much too huge to be perceived from anywhere at ground level.
From "A Short History of Nearly Everything" by Bill Bryson
Vocabulary lists containing perceived
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