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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Riding under the mirrors is a system that autocorrects the tiny imperfections that gravity secretly imposes on tons of ultra-stiff, honeycombed glass.
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Michael Jones McKean, The Atlantic, 23 June 2025
My job was to shape images, spin crises and polish imperfections into allure.
—Rob Shuter, HollywoodReporter, 18 June 2025
The nurturing power of presence can conquer the imperfections of man in the raising of a child.
—Gregory M. Collins, National Review, 15 June 2025
On Earth, gravity interferes with the delicate layering of proteins necessary to build the implant, introducing imperfections that can compromise function.
—Shelli Brunswick, Forbes.com, 13 June 2025
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Michael Jones McKean, The Atlantic, 23 June 2025
My job was to shape images, spin crises and polish imperfections into allure.
—Rob Shuter, HollywoodReporter, 18 June 2025
The nurturing power of presence can conquer the imperfections of man in the raising of a child.
—Gregory M. Collins, National Review, 15 June 2025
On Earth, gravity interferes with the delicate layering of proteins necessary to build the implant, introducing imperfections that can compromise function.
—Shelli Brunswick, Forbes.com, 13 June 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 4 Jul. 2025.
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imperfection
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im·per·fec·tion
ˌim-pər-ˈfek-shən
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