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as in ideal
being entirely without fault or flaw
a stunningly perfect performance—not the slightest mistake—won her the gold medal in women's figure skating
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as in complete
having no exceptions or restrictions
living in perfect happiness in the country
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as in whole
not lacking any part or member that properly belongs to it
I have a perfect recollection of that conversation
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as in to complete
to bring (something) to a state where nothing remains to be done
perfected the arrangements for their long-awaited European vacation
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as in to improve
to make better
an art teacher who seems to believe that you can always perfect a painting with some additional brush strokes
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as in completeness
the quality or state of being without restriction, exception, or qualification
the perfectness of my happiness during that long-ago summer idyll can scarcely be described
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Corein Carter,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2026
Kitchen rugs also add a sense of warmth and character, perfect for the heart of the home.
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Michelle Mastro,
The Spruce,
29 June 2026
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
29 June 2026
Others have spent nearly two decades perfecting their setup, their timing and their recipes.
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Sophia Buonpane,
Kansas City Star,
28 June 2026
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Adjective
Recommendations also include staples like La Roche-Posay for daily hydration, layered routines, lightweight dry oils, and shimmering options for special events or photography, ensuring a perfect, healthy glow all season.
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Corein Carter,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2026
Kitchen rugs also add a sense of warmth and character, perfect for the heart of the home.
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Michelle Mastro,
The Spruce,
29 June 2026
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The late architect Robert Overstreet spent roughly a decade perfecting his dream home, a sculptural geometric retreat nestled among the ancient redwoods of Marin County.
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Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
29 June 2026
Others have spent nearly two decades perfecting their setup, their timing and their recipes.
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Sophia Buonpane,
Kansas City Star,
28 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for perfect
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Right from the coconut is ideal.
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The durable piece is ideal for high-traffic spaces, and the soft pile ensures comfort.
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My son-in-law feels blindsided, as my daughter is asking for a complete break.
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The vast Lake Tahoe estate of Beach Boys co-founder Mike Love, complete with a theater, wine tasting room, ice-skating rink and sauna, could be yours — for the small price of $43 million.
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Teplinsky says treating the whole person, not just her breast cancer is vital.
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There's a whole parallel constellation of friendships and relationships going on.
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The Charlotte City Council voted to select Harrington to finish out the term of Mayor Vi Lyles, which ends in December 2027.
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Each team will need to finish either in its group’s top two or rank in the top eight third-place teams to advance to the round of 32.
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Kyle Schwarber is threatening home run records, even as pitching continues to improve.
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Jupiter enters your 6th House of Work and Health, encouraging kinder routines that improve well-being and lighten daily tasks.
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Thousands of five-star reviews attest to their high-quality, expensive feel and flawless fit.
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When a mouse costs more than $100, buyers expect premium materials, advanced software, and near-flawless execution.
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This is them on their absolute best behavior.
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Sučić scored in the 31st minute for Croatia on an absolute rocket from outside the box for his second career international goal.
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Early modeling from the US Geological Survey estimates there will most likely be economic losses between $10 billion and $100 billion – the upper figure roughly the size of the entire Venezuelan economy.
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Rodríguez said that although the tremors were felt across the entire country, the areas hardest hit so far include Caracas, Miranda, La Guaira, Aragua, Carabobo and Falcón.
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“Perfect.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perfect. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.
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