Definition of perfectlynext
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Recent Examples of perfectly Both light and sound follow the laws of physics, a framework that works perfectly with electronics, allowing them to be digitally replicated. — New Atlas, 1 Nov. 2026 But not 16, and in the era of competitive equity playoffs and the attempt to avoid 42-0 opening games, eight is perfectly fine. — Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 1 Nov. 2026 The pass slipped narrowly over a Texas State defender’s helmet and perfectly into Wright’s chest. — Idaho Statesman, 1 Nov. 2026 There’s no better way to improve your look than with a bag that perfectly reflects your personal taste. — Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 30 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for perfectly
Recent Examples of Synonyms for perfectly
Adverb
  • The rooms are spacious, comfortable, immaculately pressed and cleaned, and blissfully quiet.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
  • Smiling serenely, the author looks immaculately put-together, including her matte red lips, which are even more striking contrasted against her pristine white suit.
    — Fawnia Soo Hoo, Allure, 5 Oct. 2026
Adverb
  • The 15 mm-wide blade hidden within went completely through his right eye and through his brain, with the tip of the blade hitting the top of his skull.
    — Beth Mole, ArsTechnica, 6 Nov. 2026
  • Like Sir Stirling’s 300 SLR, the McLaren version is completely open with no windshield or side windows—only small glass wind deflectors for driver and passenger were added to deflect the bugs.
    — Howard Walker, Robb Report, 6 Nov. 2026
Adverb
  • All evening, it is excellently placed for telescopic viewing of its glorious ball and rings.
    — Joe Rao, Space.com, 1 Nov. 2026
  • The late Margot Bettauer Dembo handled NYRB’s previous Seghers translations; Lucy Jones has taken over, and excellently conveys the incisive bite of the writing.
    — Alex Ross, New Yorker, 12 Oct. 2026
Adverb
  • Accessibility for those with mobility impairments There is wheelchair access in all of the public areas, including the spa and swimming pools, as well as two fully accessible rooms located in Building 2 (the central Bauhaus building).
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Nov. 2026
  • Plus, people hosting small gatherings and those who don’t want to tackle a whole turkey can select smaller turkey breasts, or even fully prepared birds that just need to be warmed up.
    — Anne Ewbank, Sacbee.com, 6 Nov. 2026
Adverb
  • Dodge’s installation is ephemeral and finely tuned—light like a fog, yet adding gravity to the room, situating the viewer within it.
    — Kristian Vistrup Madsen, Artforum, 1 Nov. 2026
  • In a food processor, grind the nuts as finely as possible along with 1/4 cup/32 g of the flour.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 29 Oct. 2026
Adverb
  • There’s nothing quite like it in Philadelphia—and yet the 18th-century historic space feels right at home in the neighborhood.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Nov. 2026
  • But this matchup didn’t quite live up to the hype after Doncic continued his early season dominance in the Lakers’ 138-117 win.
    — Broderick Turner, Los Angeles Times, 3 Nov. 2026
Adverb
  • For Republicans, the flipping of the House chambers throws GOP leadership into uncertainty and means President Donald Trump‘s agenda in his final two years in power will likely be stymied if not totally derailed.
    — Hailey Bullis, The Washington Examiner, 4 Nov. 2026
  • And if a bedroom overhaul is in the cards, Saatva’s upholstered Halle storage platform bed offers a discreet place to stash extra bedding totally out of sight.
    — Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 4 Nov. 2026
Adverb
  • By Friday, his interior minister, chief of staff, legal adviser and political adviser had all quit.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 7 Nov. 2026
  • In Fallen Leaves Adult pests, larvae, and eggs can all hide out in old and fallen leaves that have dropped off deciduous plants, trees, and dead veggies.
    — Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 6 Nov. 2026

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“Perfectly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perfectly. Accessed 9 Nov. 2026.

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