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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These light fixtures have been locally made since the 1700s and possess imperfections that Birger describes as particularly beautiful.
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Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 28 Oct. 2025
Those imperfections apply to the conflicts within Paul, masterfully interpreted by Keleher.
—David John Chávez, Mercury News, 28 Oct. 2025
Despite the imperfections, users in the comments section thought that the woman should let the manicure slide for the price.
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The real beauty of sport lies in the continual struggle against imperfection, glaring weaknesses both inner and outer.
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Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 28 Oct. 2025
Those imperfections apply to the conflicts within Paul, masterfully interpreted by Keleher.
—David John Chávez, Mercury News, 28 Oct. 2025
Despite the imperfections, users in the comments section thought that the woman should let the manicure slide for the price.
—Starr Bowenbank, PEOPLE, 28 Oct. 2025
The real beauty of sport lies in the continual struggle against imperfection, glaring weaknesses both inner and outer.
—Sally Jenkins, The Atlantic, 27 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 3 Nov. 2025.
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imperfection
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im·per·fec·tion
ˌim-pər-ˈfek-shən
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