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verb

past tense of perfect

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of perfected
Verb
What struck me about this passage was that the mortal isn’t perfected; it’s dropped for the immortal. — The Christian Science Monitor, Christian Science Monitor, 2 Nov. 2026 Who's to say that Adobe and Microsoft have perfected entire genres of software, after all? — Ruben Circelli, PC Magazine, 29 Oct. 2026 In the post–Cold War era, the United States has perfected the art of airpower—winning control of the skies so that enemy armies, navies, and territory can be bombed at will—to a degree that no country or even alliance of countries has matched. — Justin Bronk, Foreign Affairs, 13 Oct. 2026 The pilot should highlight your company’s path to success, either by benefiting a representative target customer type or by showing that delivery can be perfected for efficiency or scale. — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 13 Oct. 2026 Months later, the Renault Espace perfected and popularized the formula. — New Atlas, 13 Oct. 2026 More than half a century has passed since Pink Floyd invented the larger-than-life concert spectacle, and Metallica may have perfected it at the Sphere. — Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 4 Oct. 2026 Sports radio perfected play-by-play commentary and talk shows that often involved debates with fans. — Alex Volonte, The Conversation, 1 Oct. 2026 Maureen’s son, Luke Russert, had perfected his Wayne impersonation by age 12. — Mike Hogan, Vanity Fair, 24 Sep. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for perfected
Adjective
  • Think of this as the matured version of the Kool-Aid dip-dye technique.
    — Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 7 Nov. 2025
Adjective
  • Quarter-zip sweaters, which have soft structure, are comfy yet polished alternatives that give fall outfits cute, preppy vibes.
    — Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 5 Nov. 2026
  • The slimmer fit of the denim makes the outfit look more polished, balancing the proportions of the oversized sweater.
    — Bianca Kratky, Glamour, 5 Nov. 2026
Verb
  • Blue Origin has completed an important structural test for the stage.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 6 Nov. 2026
  • Herbert completed 24 of 32 passes for 257 yards with no touchdowns.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2026
Verb
  • The researchers further found that UQ-DAAAM improved the accuracy of answers to questions about objects, their locations, and when the robot last encountered them.
    — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 6 Nov. 2026
  • Researchers in China found that repeatedly applying gentle pressure to the shinbones of elderly mice improved their strength, coordination, and performance on memory tests.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 6 Nov. 2026
Adjective
  • To this day, blue and green are our grown kids’ favorite colors.
    — Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 30 Oct. 2026
  • The Heeler family home is recreated in uncanny detail—from Bandit’s armchair to the backyard barbecue—with interactive games led by a cheeky garden gnome named Rhonda, music, and secret nooks that delight kids and grown-ups.
    — Alli Forde, Travel + Leisure, 17 Oct. 2026
Adjective
  • Bold from brown butter and balsamic vinegar and bright from lemon, the crunchy topping is an excellent foil to the sweetness of roasted squash.
    — Shilpa Uskokovic, Bon Appetit Magazine, 2 Nov. 2026
  • Their bench even has some guys providing excellent backup options.
    — David Troy OutKick, FOXNews.com, 2 Nov. 2026
Verb
  • Guccione banned him from the editing room and finished the film himself.
    — Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 4 Nov. 2026
  • The taste test and final results Of our four dogs, the two skinniest, Chico and Muffy, enjoyed the taste most and regularly finished their bowls without protest.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 4 Nov. 2026
Verb
  • Election nonprofits have stepped up to try to fill the gap, and states, with CISA’s help, have enhanced their own cyber defenses.
    — Jen Fifield, ProPublica, 2 Nov. 2026
  • But this isn't exactly what the surface of the planet would look like through our eyes; the image is color-enhanced.
    — Chelsea Gohd, Space.com, 2 Nov. 2026

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“Perfected.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perfected. Accessed 8 Nov. 2026.

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