imperfection
noun
im·per·fec·tion
ˌim-pər-ˈfek-shən 
Examples of imperfection in a Sentence
He detected several imperfections in the surface of the jewel.
She tried to hide the imperfection in the cloth.
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After the hat has cooled, Rosa—a factory floor veteran of 30 years—will steam it to relax the fur’s fibers, and then inspect it for stains and imperfections.
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—Michael Hurley, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Oct. 2025
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Essence, 7 Oct. 2025
The Korean multitasking skincare-makeup hybrid creates radiance with high-definition, evens out the complexion, and minimizes imperfections, all while caring for the skin.
—Beatrice Zocchi, Vogue, 7 Oct. 2025
After the hat has cooled, Rosa—a factory floor veteran of 30 years—will steam it to relax the fur’s fibers, and then inspect it for stains and imperfections.
—Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 3 Oct. 2025
The first baseman's injury was used as something of an excuse to the Red Sox' imperfections this season, but that lamenting often overlooked the reality that Casas was not playing well before getting hurt.
—Michael Hurley, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for imperfection
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“Imperfection.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/imperfection. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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imperfection
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im·per·fec·tion
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