to perfection
idiom
: in a way or to a degree that is exactly right
The steak was cooked to perfection.
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Ohio was outmatched by a bigger, stronger and more athletic Ohio State defense, but defensive coordinator Matt Patricia put together a strong game plan, and the defensive line plus linebacker Arvell Reese executed it to perfection.
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Cameron Teague Robinson, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2025
There’s something warm and inviting about a home that mixes and matches to perfection.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Sep. 2025
The trusty Slick Stick and an edge brush kept flyaways and baby hairs laid to perfection.
—Essence, 14 Sep. 2025
My petite filet prime cut and Terry's steak frites were tender and cooked to perfection while our sides of mashed potatoes and mac & cheese only furthered our appreciation for the chef.
—Julie Jordan, PEOPLE, 14 Sep. 2025
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Cameron Teague Robinson, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2025
There’s something warm and inviting about a home that mixes and matches to perfection.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Sep. 2025
The trusty Slick Stick and an edge brush kept flyaways and baby hairs laid to perfection.
—Essence, 14 Sep. 2025
My petite filet prime cut and Terry's steak frites were tender and cooked to perfection while our sides of mashed potatoes and mac & cheese only furthered our appreciation for the chef.
—Julie Jordan, PEOPLE, 14 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for to perfection
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“To perfection.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/to%20perfection. Accessed 21 Sep. 2025.
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