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Perceive

/pəˈrsiv/
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(verb) To become aware of, through the physical senses, to see; to understand.

I perceive by your face that you have good news.
He could not perceive any difference between the twins.
CEFR Practice Quiz
It can be difficult to ____ subtle changes in behavior unless you know the person very well.

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