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Recent Examples of percipient
Well-known to followers of the blogosphere and seekers of intelligent, percipient commentary on public policy, Kevin Drum passed away Friday after a long battle with multiple myeloma, a cancer of the bone marrow.
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Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 11 Mar. 2025
That drew a horselaugh from veteran investor Jim Chanos, whose experience as a short-seller has given him a uniquely percipient feel for Wall Street foibles.
—Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 12 Mar. 2023
Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 11 Mar. 2025
That drew a horselaugh from veteran investor Jim Chanos, whose experience as a short-seller has given him a uniquely percipient feel for Wall Street foibles.
—Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 12 Mar. 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for percipient
Adjective
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Exposure is linked to worsening symptoms in those with asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), but acute cardiovascular risks, including heart attacks and strokes, may be even more pronounced.—
Anna Skinner,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 June 2025
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Timeline Expectations: The Long Road of Grief Normal grief timeline: Most young adults begin to experience some relief from acute grief symptoms within 6-12 months, though grief waves can continue for years.—
Charell G. Coleman,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2025
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He’s heard the sale rumors but somehow isn’t perceptive enough to see through the semi-ambulatory Griffin’s disguise.—
Keith Phipps,
Vulture,
21 May 2025
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None of his previous work has been released in the U.S., which is unfortunate because Demoustier (brother of the talented actress Anaïs) is one of those rare French filmmakers who can blend suspense with perceptive writing and characterization, resulting in artsy thrillers that dig deep.—
Jordan Mintzer,
HollywoodReporter,
16 May 2025
Adjective
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One spring day in Paris many years ago, my wife, Diana, a most penetrating photographer, capable of seeing like no one else, decided, as an experiment, to walk across the city blindfolded.—
Hisham Matar,
Harper's Magazine,
2 Aug. 2024
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Since the war began in Gaza, more than six months ago, the Israeli magazine +972 has published some of the most penetrating reporting on the Israel Defense Forces’ conduct.—
Isaac Chotiner,
The New Yorker,
12 Apr. 2024
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That will mark the Pixel 10 as the standard for all, the 9 Pro for the more discerning customer, and the 10 Pro XL as the phone that challenges the premium space.—
Ewan Spence,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2025
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With rising food and beverage costs and stiff competition, guests have become more discerning than ever.—
Alissa Fitzgerald,
Forbes.com,
13 May 2025
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Morris Chestnut Logline: As the fate of the earth hangs perilously in the balance, Bandi a sagacious elder embarks on a crucial mission to locate Tep one of the few legitimate descendants of an ancient extraterrestrial power, tracing back to a small tribe in Africa.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
17 Sep. 2024
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Foster a balanced approach: While data can provide valuable insights at scale, integrating human judgment and industry expertise ensures a sagacious, well-rounded, and likely more ethical strategic investment approach.—
Douglas B. Laney,
Forbes,
22 Feb. 2024
Adjective
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Acknowledging the importance of having an experienced caddie in situations like this and having recently lost his own, Homa reached out to one of the best available options.—
Julio Cesar Valdera Morales,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 June 2025
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Its ambitious and abstract first act is the section best left experienced without fully revealing what’s happening.—
Mike Ryan,
IndieWire,
4 June 2025
Adjective
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While many praised the video’s message and Rylie’s insightful approach, others criticized the mom for not sharing her specific experiences with her daughter.—
Ashley Vega,
People.com,
27 May 2025
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Perhaps these women can never be friends, but even with this terrifyingly uncertain life ahead of her, Serena manages to be compassionate and attentive and insightful — a person who, in a very different world, could have been worthy of June’s friendship.—
Amanda Whiting,
Vulture,
27 May 2025
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Forty-five years have passed since the late Professor Price coined his perspicacious term.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
3 Nov. 2010
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If a new Bridgerton-sibling romance each season is the series’ gimmick, then Penelope has proven to be its soul—a vividly realistic protagonist whose perspicacious alter ego tethered each fairytale courtship to earth.—
Judy Berman,
TIME,
14 June 2024
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“Percipient.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/percipient. Accessed 11 Jun. 2025.
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