perceived
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That evolving attitude is reflected in his decision to spare Kanbei’s life, although the change of heart worries his troops, who believe he will be perceived as weak in Oda’s eyes.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 30, 2026
While Apple received initial criticism for its perceived lack of an AI strategy, it’s paying off in the current market.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 27, 2026
In Minneapolis, residents perceived the danger not as the vulnerable populations being stopped, but as armed federal power.
From Slate ● Jul. 27, 2026
"They don't want to be perceived as a creep. They don't want to be seen as trying too hard in front of their peers. They want to come across as relaxed and cool."
From BBC ● Jul. 25, 2026
Trouble arose only when authors used their stories to vindicate themselves against a great hurt or perceived injustice.
From "Me Talk Pretty One Day" by David Sedaris
Vocabulary lists containing perceived
Alex Trebek (1940–2020) Tribute List
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