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a perfect world

noun

: the best form of human society that one could want
In a perfect world, there would be no need for weapons.

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In a perfect world, the Blue Jays would find a way to sign Bichette and either of the outfielders, but the Blue Jays need pitching as well. Patrick McAvoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Nov. 2025 The final word on fibermaxxing In a perfect world, fibermaxxing wouldn’t be the primary impetus for people to eat more fiber. Caroline Tien, SELF, 18 Nov. 2025 In a perfect world, the Cardinals could find a trade partner by eating some of Murray's money. Jeff Howe, New York Times, 11 Nov. 2025 In a perfect world, your home would always be in pristine condition. Kelsey Mulvey, Southern Living, 31 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for a perfect world

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“A perfect world.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/a%20perfect%20world. Accessed 27 Nov. 2025.

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