sensed

Example Sentences

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But a new report from the Washington Post quantifies what many people have sensed: Trump’s use of profanity, insults and combative language has grown much worse since his return to power in January 2025.

From Salon • May 26, 2026

They assumed it sensed danger, but it was actually steering them: They blundered into a goose nest, scattering the frightened adults.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

They might not be able to get into the weeds of the finer points of monetary policy, but they rightly sensed the central bank’s shortcomings in recent years.

From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026

Mark McCall's men sensed blood and, following another period of Saracens pressure in the Sale 22, Willis bounced through an initial tackle before stretching out to score.

From BBC • Apr. 19, 2026

I couldn’t explain it, but I sensed that when I found the right trunk, I would just know.

From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros