perception
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A new survey shows a slow-but-sure shift in the perception of housing.
From Barron's β Nov. 8, 2026
There has long been a perception this Scotland team have the ability to beat anyone on their day, but that they fail to deliver 80-minute performances.
From BBC β Nov. 7, 2026
These more supportive exit packages also help minimize the perception that tech companies see employees as disposable — a problem the industry has had in the past.
From MarketWatch β Nov. 6, 2026
And the bromance was short lived as Musk’s antics in Washington, D.C., including waving a chain saw around at an event, became a distraction and the perception of his actual political influence began to fade.
From The Wall Street Journal β Nov. 4, 2026
His perception of the striking improvement of Harriet’s manner, since her introduction at Hartfield, was not one of the least agreeable proofs of his growing attachment.
From "Emma" by Jane Austen
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Engaging with other people’s perceptions is a practice we could all stand to do with more grace and tact.
From Salon β Nov. 5, 2026
"More neutral and aspirational characters on screen will improve real perceptions of the whole visible difference community."
From BBC β Oct. 29, 2026
“Heightened risk perceptions and banks’ reduced risk tolerance remained the main drivers of tighter credit standards, with some banks reporting increasing pressure as a result of geopolitical uncertainty and energy developments,” the ECB said.
From The Wall Street Journal β Oct. 27, 2026
The researchers also found that the intervention reduced a mechanical measure associated with pressure on the inner knee, confirming that the altered walking pattern had effects beyond participants' perceptions of pain.
From Science Daily β Oct. 11, 2026
The perceptions come without warnings or explanations, erratic as lightning.
From "Dreaming in Cuban" by Cristina GarcΓa
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Vocabulary from the Introduction to "Reality is Broken" by Jane McGonigal
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