The Almeida family searched everywhere (well, almost), and finally settled on the perceived reality that, maybe, after workers left a door open, their beloved tortoise just up and decided to leave.

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Chrysler did the same, acknowledging the reality that people perceived Detroit automakers to be inferior.

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Remember that, regardless of the reality, Intel-based systems are perceived as the low-cost systems of the future.

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The kennels said while they are perceived as "rough and tough", in reality they are gentle and have an "affinity with children".

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But tucked behind the perceived madness in the markets, there are yet glimpses of reality shining through.

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Indeed, there is perceived to be a growing gap between Mr Medvedev's words and reality.

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