perfecting

present participle of perfect

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for perfecting
Verb
  • The problem is partly that power plays depend on finishing — which can vary wildly in a small sample — while teams spend roughly 10 percent of game time with the man advantage.
    Murat Ates, The Athletic, 25 Mar. 2025
  • Most of the goals drop-off comes from a nosedive in finishing — the Jets have created more chances from prime real estate since the 4 Nations break than almost any other team.
    Murat Ates, The Athletic, 25 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • Yong Kwon studies historical industrial policies for their application today in improving a country's economic performance and environmental outcomes.
    Yong Kwon / Made by History, TIME, 7 Mar. 2025
  • The firm says investor sentiment is improving around the utility company.
    Michael Bloom, CNBC, 7 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • Enthusiasts are finding creative ways to blend their love for basketball with cannabis, enhancing the communal and celebratory atmosphere of the tournament.
    Matt Rozo, The Mercury News, 10 Mar. 2025
  • Being a go-to provider enables you to build trust with your clients, enhancing customer relationships.
    Jason Leverant, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
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“Perfecting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perfecting. Accessed 25 Apr. 2025.

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