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as in perfect
being entirely without fault or flaw
this 18th-century chest of drawers is considered a faultless example of early American craftsmanship
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as in innocent
free from guilt or blame
I may have broken my share of things in the past, but in this instance I am entirely faultless
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Recent Examples of faultless
In Terminator, an all-powerful, faultless AI becomes sentient, decides that humans are the enemy, and sets off a nuclear apocalypse.
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Bipul Sinha, Fortune, 27 Jan. 2026
That isn’t to say Lee was faultless.
—Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 25 Dec. 2025
The food of Eric Ripert and his team is faultless, and the dining room staff wraps you in a blanket of hospitality.
—Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 19 Nov. 2025
The chocolate coating on these is faultless, but the pretzel inside is more hard than crispy, and the almond butter filling falls flat.
—Jolene Thym, Mercury News, 14 Oct. 2025
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Bipul Sinha, Fortune, 27 Jan. 2026
That isn’t to say Lee was faultless.
—Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 25 Dec. 2025
The food of Eric Ripert and his team is faultless, and the dining room staff wraps you in a blanket of hospitality.
—Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 19 Nov. 2025
The chocolate coating on these is faultless, but the pretzel inside is more hard than crispy, and the almond butter filling falls flat.
—Jolene Thym, Mercury News, 14 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for faultless
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Premium Back Massager Practical, sleek, and top of the line, this back massager is perfect for at-home spa days.—
Maeve Dunigan,
New Yorker,
7 May 2026
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The conditions were perfect for airlines to raise fares – bad news for bargain-seeking travelers.—
Chris Isidore,
CNN Money,
6 May 2026
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The agency noted that criminal charges are allegations and defendants are presumed innocent unless proven guilty.—
Jasmine Baehr,
FOXNews.com,
8 May 2026
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Faced with innocent bystanders being hurt — even killed — during the chases, some agencies have at times called off pursuits in the interest of safety.—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
7 May 2026
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Students are turning in flawless essays and problem sets, yet many can’t explain their work, a troubling sign that generative AI is replacing actual learning in higher education.—
Jocelyn Gecker,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Apr. 2026
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Foundations that once gave them a flawless base are settling into fine lines.—
Annie Blay-Tettey,
Allure,
27 Apr. 2026
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The ideal time to hunt for shooting stars comes during the predawn hours of May 6, when the radiant will be at its highest above the eastern horizon.—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
2 May 2026
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Growing herbs in pots is ideal for poor soil, wet climates, or controlling spreading plants like mint.—
Jenny Hughes,
The Spruce,
2 May 2026
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Church’s credentials as America’s national artist were impeccable.—
Sebastian Smee,
New Yorker,
4 May 2026
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This time was about applying an impeccable finish to a team worn down by a lot of hockey over the last three years.—
Eric Stephens,
New York Times,
1 May 2026
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Conversations around excellent kebabs in Southern California tend to begin with the Martirosyan family and their Mini Kabob in Glendale.—
Bill Addison,
Los Angeles Times,
7 May 2026
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The lighting, art design and score are all excellent – and the single shot construction gives the film a dreamy, meditative quality.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
7 May 2026
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The Golden Knights were hardly blameless.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
30 Apr. 2026
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The officials are not blameless.—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
30 Mar. 2026
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Temporary wallpaper is also a superb way to add major personality to any room.—
Gretta Monahan,
Boston Herald,
30 Apr. 2026
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The four-time NBA Defensive Player of the Year award winner Gobert kept giving Jokic a hard time in the paint with his long arms and superb anticipation.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
30 Apr. 2026
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“Faultless.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/faultless. Accessed 8 May. 2026.
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