perfecting

verb

Definition of perfectingnext
present participle of perfect
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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2
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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  1. finishing
  2. improving
  3. enhancing
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  • Known for finishing bourbon in port barrels, Angel’s Envy in Louisville, Kentucky, is a leader in barrel experimentation.
    Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Cask finishing, putting a mature spirit in a barrel that previously held another liquid, has become extremely popular among beverage companies.
    Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of finishing
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  • These solutions enable just-in-time production, reducing the likelihood of waste and excess inventory while improving resource efficiency.
    Georg Beyschlag, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • In addition to improving costs, new technologies—such as bidirectional vehicles, as discussed in my previous column—can make microgrids more powerful and versatile.
    Tracy Price, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of improving
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  • Accessibility Documentation Proper accessibility documentation is essential for demonstrating compliance with legal standards and enhancing transparency in procurement processes.
    Ran Ronen, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Amazon has implemented effective cost management strategies, adopting a more measured hiring pace and enhancing operational efficiency.
    Trefis Team, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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