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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There’s a kind of imperfection and emotional rawness, but also these moments of incredible refinement, ugliness, and exquisiteness.
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Lilyanna D'amato, ARTnews.com, 26 Apr. 2026
These are precision components designed to fine-tune the particle beam and correct magnetic field imperfections.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 24 Apr. 2026
Use 60- to 150-grit sandpaper to remove surface imperfections and open the wood pores, allowing the sealant to penetrate better.
—Timothy Dale, The Spruce, 24 Apr. 2026
Finish the Ceiling If the ceiling still shows noticeable imperfections, add a skim coat to finish the ceiling.
—Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Apr. 2026
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Lilyanna D'amato, ARTnews.com, 26 Apr. 2026
These are precision components designed to fine-tune the particle beam and correct magnetic field imperfections.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 24 Apr. 2026
Use 60- to 150-grit sandpaper to remove surface imperfections and open the wood pores, allowing the sealant to penetrate better.
—Timothy Dale, The Spruce, 24 Apr. 2026
Finish the Ceiling If the ceiling still shows noticeable imperfections, add a skim coat to finish the ceiling.
—Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Apr. 2026
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“Imperfection.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/imperfection. Accessed 30 Apr. 2026.
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imperfection
noun
im·per·fec·tion
ˌim-pər-ˈfek-shən 
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