perception

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"We can notice a big change in public perception," said Endre Hann of the Median agency, a public-opinion research firm.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

With just a handful of words, Emma has altered everyone’s perception of her, including her fiancé’s.

From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026

Roberts admits that the “magic number” of $1.46 million is more of a hunch or perception of what people think they’ll need, rather than an official financial calculation.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

Ethics experts say that perception alone poses risks.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 28, 2026

“I believe that’s a matter of perception, Ms. Houck. My toga is not stupid. If the rest of Unity Valley wore togas, then I would be at the height of fashion.”

From "Ask the Passengers" by A.S. King