percipient

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Recent Examples of percipient 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
  • The imbalance between the scarce supply of AI talent and the acute demand for it at Big Tech companies and startups alike, poses a looming predicament for the fast-growing AI industry.
    Sharon Goldman, Fortune, 15 Mar. 2025
  • Arsenal and Arteta’s long-term admiration remains and their need for a centre-forward is acute.
    Chris Waugh, The Athletic, 14 Mar. 2025
Adjective
  • Founder and principal Jessica Lagrange is known for her vibrant and personable manner, perceptive insights, and collaborative approach to design—qualities that account for the outstanding caliber and cohesive nature of the JLI team.
    Dan Howarth, Architectural Digest, 17 Mar. 2025
  • The perceptive actress plays someone whose grief has stunted her desire to pursue a career in the arts.
    Carlos Aguilar, Variety, 11 Mar. 2025
Adjective
  • 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
  • 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
Adjective
  • For years, he’s been a discerning voice that’s helped shape the cultural conversation from inside the glossy pages of GQ as an editor.
    Jasmine Browley, Essence, 17 Mar. 2025
  • Brands that prioritize ethical AI will not only build user trust but also gain a competitive edge in an increasingly discerning marketplace.
    Tina Gada, Forbes, 4 Mar. 2025
Adjective
  • 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
  • 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
  • Australia lost experienced wing trimmer Kyle Langford to Italy, for example, and New Zealand appears to be suffering from flight controller Andy Maloney’s decision to join Brazil.
    Andrew Rice, The Athletic, 13 Mar. 2025
  • Lis Anderson is founder and director at PR consultancy AMBITIOUS, an experienced agency MD with 25 years in the communications industry.
    Lis Anderson, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2025
Adjective
  • Most recently, Amy shone as the assistant director for ‘The Crucible’ by Arthur Miller, earning the respect of her peers for her insightful feedback, thoughtful notes, and collaborative vision for the production.
    Heide Janssen, Orange County Register, 16 Mar. 2025
  • The best of the best conferences have insightful speaker series.
    Lindsey Bartlett, Rolling Stone, 14 Mar. 2025
Adjective
  • The 'perspicacious' Marvin Harrison Jr., and what that means for the Cardinals Like the former Ohio State star, Devin, 6-foot-2 and 185 pounds, also was a receiver.
    Doug Haller, The Athletic, 29 July 2024
  • 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 25 Mar. 2025.

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