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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
But the essential element is that Blumm and Lang are clearly playing the same guy — and that’s a testament not only to good acting but Taylor’s sensitive, perceptive direction.
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Mick Lasalle, San Francisco Chronicle, 9 Mar. 2026
The bizarre spike made the rounds online before a perceptive X user noted that the real reason for the change was that Polymarket traders had created a secondary market to bet on whether the odds of Christ returning would climb above 5 percent.
—Charlie Warzel, The Atlantic, 5 Mar. 2026
The walls are decked out with perceptive studies of the Mustang landscape by the American painter Robert Powell, a frequent visitor to the region, and by drapes and banners referencing the colorful cloud curlicues of Thangka scrolls.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Feb. 2026
Chrissie Hynde offers especially perceptive observations regarding the timelessness of McCartney’s music.
—Sheri Linden, HollywoodReporter, 25 Feb. 2026
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Mick Lasalle, San Francisco Chronicle, 9 Mar. 2026
The bizarre spike made the rounds online before a perceptive X user noted that the real reason for the change was that Polymarket traders had created a secondary market to bet on whether the odds of Christ returning would climb above 5 percent.
—Charlie Warzel, The Atlantic, 5 Mar. 2026
The walls are decked out with perceptive studies of the Mustang landscape by the American painter Robert Powell, a frequent visitor to the region, and by drapes and banners referencing the colorful cloud curlicues of Thangka scrolls.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Feb. 2026
Chrissie Hynde offers especially perceptive observations regarding the timelessness of McCartney’s music.
—Sheri Linden, HollywoodReporter, 25 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for perceptive
Adjective
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Frost and freeze conditions will damage unprotected vegetation that is sensitive to freezing temperatures.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
16 Mar. 2026
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Uncompromising Hygiene and Safety Pregnant and postpartum bodies are often highly sensitive to touch and smell, so much so that, at times, otherwise minor irritations and sensations can feel overwhelming.—
Ethan Stone,
USA Today,
15 Mar. 2026
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No, not the best man, not the most intelligent, the most sophisticated, or the wisest.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
13 Mar. 2026
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During the conversation, Robinson reflected on his years in The Office, playing the wise warehouse worker Darryl Philbin, who continually frustrated manager Michael Scott (Carell) with his confidence and nonchalance.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
13 Mar. 2026
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Activities and dining options are taken into consideration by concierge staff keen to point visitors in the direction of the best spots for yakitori or souvenir hunting nearby.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 Mar. 2026
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Brinson and Gomez have a keen sense of narrative and comic timing and a playful rapport.—
Alex Morris,
Rolling Stone,
19 Mar. 2026
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While no city or county government is perfect, the reality is that local governments are the closest to the people and often, the most responsive and fiscally prudent.—
Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board,
The Orlando Sentinel,
18 Mar. 2026
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After seeing what happened to Timothée Chalamet over the past two weeks, OBAA’s strategy of tamping down on any off-the-cuff remarks that could have set off a political firestorm suddenly looks a lot more prudent.—
Nate Jones,
Vulture,
16 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Practical pitches can gain quick support.—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Mar. 2026
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Amazon’s new delivery options are likely to compete with quick-commerce apps like Instacart, DoorDash, and Uber Eats.—
Jibin Joseph,
PC Magazine,
17 Mar. 2026
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As insightful interviews and industry conversations took place inside, a handful of emerging artists hit the outdoor Mohawk stage at Billboard House @ SXSW.—
Michael Saponara,
Billboard,
15 Mar. 2026
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Ana is mature, insightful, and incredibly understanding.—
MARE Staff,
Boston Herald,
15 Mar. 2026
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Perhaps no place in Colorado is the youth mental health crisis more acute than Children's Hospital Colorado, where more than 14,000 kids sought mental health treatment last year.—
Shaun Boyd,
CBS News,
17 Mar. 2026
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Millions could fall into acute food insecurity if the war does not end by the middle of the year and if oil prices remain above $100 a barrel, according to a new analysis, the WFP said in a statement on its website today.—
Yarden Segev,
NBC news,
17 Mar. 2026
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“Perceptive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perceptive. Accessed 22 Mar. 2026.
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