as in defect
something that spoils the appearance or completeness of a thing
the shirt was marked down because of a minor imperfection
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Recent Examples of imperfection
Vibe coding welcomes imperfection, iteration, and real-world feedback.
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Melissa Houston, Forbes.com, 7 July 2025
In fact, research published in Harvard Business Review shows that leaders who openly express uncertainty and reveal imperfections foster greater trust, loyalty, and emotional connection with their audiences and teams.
—Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes.com, 14 July 2025
Their Lois Lane and Lex Luthor are distinguished with sensitive, human imperfections that make the bold comic-book characters feel rich and lively.
—Rory Doherty, Vulture, 11 July 2025
Taken together, the idea is to accept and celebrate imperfection and transience.
—AFAR Media, 10 July 2025
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Melissa Houston, Forbes.com, 7 July 2025
In fact, research published in Harvard Business Review shows that leaders who openly express uncertainty and reveal imperfections foster greater trust, loyalty, and emotional connection with their audiences and teams.
—Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes.com, 14 July 2025
Their Lois Lane and Lex Luthor are distinguished with sensitive, human imperfections that make the bold comic-book characters feel rich and lively.
—Rory Doherty, Vulture, 11 July 2025
Taken together, the idea is to accept and celebrate imperfection and transience.
—AFAR Media, 10 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for imperfection
Noun
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Recent precedents from the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals (which Hawaii is part of) establish that technology companies can be held liable for design defects that create foreseeable risks of harm.—
Tamlyn Hunt,
Scientific American,
22 July 2025
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State law requires plaintiffs to enter a pre-suit process that aims to resolve construction defect claims without resorting to litigation.—
Susannah Bryan,
Sun Sentinel,
17 July 2025
Noun
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Steer hides are like any other hides, including yours, and they’re sometimes covered with the scratches and scars of a life lived.—
Matthew Adams,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
31 July 2025
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If untreated, these patches can lead to scars and permanent hair loss.—
Sarah Jividen,
Verywell Health,
29 July 2025
Noun
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The loaches are generally brown and yellow, with saddle-like blotches along their backs, according to the study.—
Irene Wright
July 9,
Miami Herald,
9 July 2025
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It’s usually identified by its white, fleshy taproot with reddish spots that resemble a parsnip, along with hollow stems marked by small purple blotches, according to the N.C. State Extension.—
Evan Moore,
Charlotte Observer,
27 May 2025
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“Imperfection.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/imperfection. Accessed 5 Aug. 2025.
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