a perfect world
noun
: the best form of human society that one could want
In a perfect world, there would be no need for weapons.
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In a perfect world, that sequence alone would win Streep her [checks notes] four millionth Oscar.
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David Fear, Rolling Stone, 29 Apr. 2026
But by and large, the Canadiens’ strategy has forced the Lightning to adjust, because in a perfect world, their power play flows through Kucherov.
—Arpon Basu, New York Times, 26 Apr. 2026
In a perfect world, coach Andy Reid would let fans sit in the Chiefs’ war room during the NFL Draft.
—Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 23 Apr. 2026
In a perfect world, this is the time of year the Knicks would be sharpening their edge.
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David Fear, Rolling Stone, 29 Apr. 2026
But by and large, the Canadiens’ strategy has forced the Lightning to adjust, because in a perfect world, their power play flows through Kucherov.
—Arpon Basu, New York Times, 26 Apr. 2026
In a perfect world, coach Andy Reid would let fans sit in the Chiefs’ war room during the NFL Draft.
—Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 23 Apr. 2026
In a perfect world, this is the time of year the Knicks would be sharpening their edge.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 17 Mar. 2026
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“A perfect world.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/a%20perfect%20world. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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