perfect pitch

noun

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Brands with perfect pitch decks and airtight strategies fall flat, while others, rougher around the edges but relentless, find traction. Joel Goldstein, Forbes.com, 14 Aug. 2025 Both producers noted Laufey’s perfect pitch and her skill in layering multiple cello lines — sometimes two or three dozen at a time — to build out the illusion of a full string ensemble. Adali Schell, New York Times, 22 July 2025 Alec has perfect pitch, which only occurs in about 1 of every 100,000 people, according to WABC-TV. Abigail Adams, People.com, 21 July 2025 To match the refreshed interior, West Elm furnishings and lighting in perfect pitch with the home’s 1958 completion date—such as olive green plush chairs in the living room and Huron outdoor lounge chairs with matching ottomans—were added. Kristine Hansen, Architectural Digest, 10 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for perfect pitch

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First Known Use

1925, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of perfect pitch was in 1925

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“Perfect pitch.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/perfect%20pitch. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.

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