1
as in finishing
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 improving
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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Recent Examples of perfecting
At the top of the list was Miral’s strategy of perfecting its theme park portfolio.
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Caroline Reid, Forbes.com, 13 June 2026
And the craft Jim spent 50 years perfecting is now under existential threat.
—Carl Kurlander, Deadline, 13 June 2026
Chief Product Officer Stine Bauer Dahlberg said the team focused on perfecting the optical system, optimizing the camera for great close-up selfies.
—New Atlas, 10 June 2026
However, with Mercury in Cancer perfecting its square to Saturn in Aries, even the simplest conversations feel heavier than expected.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 10 June 2026
Days here naturally revolve around the water, from scouring the sand for shark teeth or perfecting your tan to kayaking through mangrove tunnels to searching for dolphins.
—Kristy Tolley, Travel + Leisure, 10 June 2026
SpaceX has had its own problems perfecting the huge Super Heavy-Starship rocket needed to launch that company's lander.
—William Harwood, CBS News, 9 June 2026
Bubblegum Pink Manicurist Erica Hipp reveals the trick to perfecting a summer ombré nail look at home.
—Rebecca Norris, InStyle, 8 June 2026
Nature has spent millions of years perfecting movement, efficiency, and survival.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 1 June 2026
Caroline Reid, Forbes.com, 13 June 2026
And the craft Jim spent 50 years perfecting is now under existential threat.
—Carl Kurlander, Deadline, 13 June 2026
Chief Product Officer Stine Bauer Dahlberg said the team focused on perfecting the optical system, optimizing the camera for great close-up selfies.
—New Atlas, 10 June 2026
However, with Mercury in Cancer perfecting its square to Saturn in Aries, even the simplest conversations feel heavier than expected.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 10 June 2026
Days here naturally revolve around the water, from scouring the sand for shark teeth or perfecting your tan to kayaking through mangrove tunnels to searching for dolphins.
—Kristy Tolley, Travel + Leisure, 10 June 2026
SpaceX has had its own problems perfecting the huge Super Heavy-Starship rocket needed to launch that company's lander.
—William Harwood, CBS News, 9 June 2026
Bubblegum Pink Manicurist Erica Hipp reveals the trick to perfecting a summer ombré nail look at home.
—Rebecca Norris, InStyle, 8 June 2026
Nature has spent millions of years perfecting movement, efficiency, and survival.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 1 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for perfecting
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Brind’Amour played in only one NHL All-Star Game, received Hart Trophy votes in only one season (2005-06, finishing 10th), and hit the 80-point mark just four times.—
James Mirtle,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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Few things feel as satisfying as a cold drink of water after mowing the lawn on a hot afternoon, finishing a tough workout or waking up thirsty in the middle of the night.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
16 June 2026
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For more than 75 years, a strong partnership between universities and the federal government has made this leadership possible—fueling innovation, strengthening our economy and improving the human condition.—
Rachel Nuwer,
Scientific American,
16 June 2026
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The foundation aims to find new ways to expand today’s tent of philanthropists dedicated to improving their surrounding areas.—
James Pollard,
Los Angeles Times,
15 June 2026
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The Orange also dominated possession in the early goings, holding the ball for 69 percent of the first half and completing 307 passes versus Japan’s 130 passes.—
Nick Harris,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
15 June 2026
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Iran plays in Inglewood, California, again next Sunday against Belgium, before completing the group stage in Seattle against Egypt on June 26.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
14 June 2026
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Layered cuts and bangs can add dimension and reduce weight, enhancing the overall look of thick hair.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
16 June 2026
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The district’s priorities include sustaining full-day kindergarten in all elementary schools, providing free breakfast for all students, enhancing mental health training and resources for students and staff, expanding career technical education and opening new pre-K centers.—
Becca Savransky,
Idaho Statesman,
16 June 2026
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“Perfecting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perfecting. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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