Examples of imperfection in a Sentence
He detected several imperfections in the surface of the jewel.
She tried to hide the imperfection in the cloth.
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Most potatoes naturally release steam through tiny imperfections in their skin, so there's usually no dramatic buildup of pressure to worry about.
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Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 19 May 2026
The elder show’s rough-hewn edges and imperfections were central to its appeal.
—Literary Hub, 18 May 2026
The resulting project embraces imperfection, an ethos Bingham claims to have grown more comfortable with over time.
—Chris Barilla, PEOPLE, 15 May 2026
Guided by the Japanese philosophy of wabi-sabi, Yoshoku celebrates natural textures, subtle imperfections and quiet elegance to create a contemplative and artful dining experience.
—Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026
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Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 19 May 2026
The elder show’s rough-hewn edges and imperfections were central to its appeal.
—Literary Hub, 18 May 2026
The resulting project embraces imperfection, an ethos Bingham claims to have grown more comfortable with over time.
—Chris Barilla, PEOPLE, 15 May 2026
Guided by the Japanese philosophy of wabi-sabi, Yoshoku celebrates natural textures, subtle imperfections and quiet elegance to create a contemplative and artful dining experience.
—Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for imperfection
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“Imperfection.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/imperfection. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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imperfection
noun
im·per·fec·tion
ˌim-pər-ˈfek-shən 
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