perfects

verb

Definition of perfectsnext
present tense third-person singular of perfect
1
as in completes
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 improves
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. improves
  2. finishes
  3. enhances
Verb
  • This not only helps leaders but also improves morale and inclusion.
    Rolling Stone Culture Council, Rolling Stone, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Columbus improves their roster (Smith and Koop are both near the bottom of the MLP player standings this year, but Smith is ranked 5th in Women’s doubles on the PPA versus Koop’s 20th), but to what end?
    Todd Boss, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of improves
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  • The book finishes up with game mehcanics for some of the famous residents of Night Vale that can be used as allies, rivals or enemies in the stories told by the game.
    Rob Wieland, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Seattle Mariners outfielder Ichiro Suzuki finishes the season with a MLB record 262 hits.
    Houston Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 3 Oct. 2024
Definition of finishes
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  • This awareness not only enhances individual careers but also fosters more authentic, adaptive leadership.
    Patricia Kennedy, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
  • Additionally, most of the fabrics are made with Spanish cotton, which further enhances sustainability by reducing the carbon footprint of transportation, as Evlox’s factory is located less than 700 km from the cotton producer.
    Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 21 Oct. 2024
Definition of enhances
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