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as in sensitive
able to sense slight impressions or differences
due to their ability to rotate their ears, cats are very perceptive when it comes to pinpointing the source of a sound
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as in wise
having or showing deep understanding and intelligent application of knowledge
a perceptive therapist was able to discover what was really troubling the youth
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Recent Examples of perceptive
For high-achieving professionals, especially those who are naturally more sensitive and perceptive, emotional investment in work can be both a blessing and a curse.
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Melody Wilding, Contributor, CNBC, 19 Dec. 2024
Get past the contrivances, and the comedy has some perceptive observations about the way grief and secrets can color a relationship, plus some very trenchant commentary about the sorry state of the Los Angeles real estate market.
—Daniel Fienberg, The Hollywood Reporter, 12 Dec. 2024
Goaded by a perceptive but plodding lieutenant commander, Joanne Galloway (Demi Moore) Kaffee, however, gives the case more than his usual surface smoothing.
—Duane Byrge, The Hollywood Reporter, 1 Dec. 2024
Zweig is characteristically perceptive on the subject: Obviously, a week after Hitler had come to power the idea of monstrous events such as the burning and public execration of books, to become fact a few months later, was still beyond the comprehension of broad-minded people.
—Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 25 Nov. 2024
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Melody Wilding, Contributor, CNBC, 19 Dec. 2024
Get past the contrivances, and the comedy has some perceptive observations about the way grief and secrets can color a relationship, plus some very trenchant commentary about the sorry state of the Los Angeles real estate market.
—Daniel Fienberg, The Hollywood Reporter, 12 Dec. 2024
Goaded by a perceptive but plodding lieutenant commander, Joanne Galloway (Demi Moore) Kaffee, however, gives the case more than his usual surface smoothing.
—Duane Byrge, The Hollywood Reporter, 1 Dec. 2024
Zweig is characteristically perceptive on the subject: Obviously, a week after Hitler had come to power the idea of monstrous events such as the burning and public execration of books, to become fact a few months later, was still beyond the comprehension of broad-minded people.
—Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 25 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for perceptive
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Authoritarian regimes should not have unfettered access to millions of Americans’ sensitive data.—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
18 Jan. 2025
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The members of the panel, known as CFIUS, had similar concerns about Grindr to the ones lawmakers have about TikTok — that the app could be used to give the Chinese government access to sensitive data about Americans, including their locations and dating preferences.—
Meaghan Tobin,
New York Times,
18 Jan. 2025
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For example, tying the knot on the same weekend as the Super Bowl in the city where the event is taking place may not be wise, as hotel availability will likely be limited and room rates may be much higher than normal.—
Metro Creative Services,
Boston Herald,
19 Jan. 2025
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Back then, wise Israelis counseled that to remain an occupying power over an understandably angry people was not only morally repugnant, but could erode Israel's own society.—
Max Rodenbeck,
TIME,
17 Jan. 2025
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Industry players like the H&M Foundation have shown a keen interest in partnering with such companies.—
Meghan Hall,
Sourcing Journal,
23 Jan. 2025
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City were keen to keep key players fresh for their midweek loss to Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League.—
Holly Shand,
The Athletic,
22 Jan. 2025
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All but one speaker on the matter urged the city away from renewing the deal or encouraged officials to be prudent in any contract decisions.—
Tess Kenny,
Chicago Tribune,
23 Jan. 2025
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If any South Carolina lawmakers are unsure about the need to bring the state’s top marginal income tax rate down further in order to be more competitive, Governor Brian Kemp (R-Ga.) recently demonstrated why Speaker Smith’s proposal is prudent.—
Patrick Gleason,
Forbes,
21 Jan. 2025
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One way to relieve those symptoms is with a quick walk.—
Audrey Noble,
Vogue,
22 Jan. 2025
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Smoothies are a staple for quick, on-the-go meals or snacks, offering convenience and versatility to fit any lifestyle.—
Allison Herries,
Verywell Health,
22 Jan. 2025
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The bickering amongst Ian and Poppy and their AI versions is not only witty, but also deeply insightful, and that's where Mythic Quest is at its best.—
Joel Thayer,
Newsweek,
27 Jan. 2025
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Mia wraps up the episode by making an insightful point: The truth doesn’t expire.—
Shamira Ibrahim,
Vulture,
27 Jan. 2025
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Hot flashes are sudden and intense feelings of heat - heat that is especially acute over the neck, chest, and face, explains Dr. Ruta Nonacs, a perinatal and reproductive psychiatrist at Massachusetts General Hospital and an instructor at Harvard Medical School.—
Daryl Austin,
USA TODAY,
24 Jan. 2025
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However, medications do not help reduce symptoms of acute stress or prevent acute stress from developing into PTSD.—
Laura Schober,
Health,
23 Jan. 2025
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“Perceptive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perceptive. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.
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