perceive as

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used to describe how something is seen or understood.

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Examples (10)

  • The General's words were perceived as a threat by countries in the region.
  • It is widely perceived as a women's health problem, but it does also affect men.
  • Many people perceive healthy eating as a restriction rather than a lifestyle.
  • She perceived his silence as a sign of disapproval.
  • How do you perceive the new policy as affecting the community?
  • The change in management was perceived as a positive step by most employees.
  • He didn't want his kindness to be perceived as weakness.
  • The artist's abstract work can be perceived as many different things.
  • Their reluctance to compromise was perceived as stubbornness.
  • Some perceive challenges as obstacles, while others perceive them as opportunities.