perfect pitch

noun

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Logan and Fuqua celebrate his emergence as the diminutive frontman of the Jackson 5 alongside his older brothers at age 10, with perfect pitch and an adorably charismatic stage presence (he’s played in those early years by the terrific Juliano Valdi). David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 21 Apr. 2026 The highlight for Thomas was following a bad miss left of the green on the par-5 11th — the pin was to the left — and hitting a perfect pitch-and-run into the cup for eagle. Dallas Morning News, 13 Mar. 2026 Charlie Puth, known for his perfect pitch and viral TikToks about making music, will sing the national anthem. Bebe Hodges, Cincinnati Enquirer, 8 Feb. 2026 Brands with perfect pitch decks and airtight strategies fall flat, while others, rougher around the edges but relentless, find traction. Joel Goldstein, Forbes.com, 14 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for perfect pitch

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First Known Use

1925, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of perfect pitch was in 1925

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“Perfect pitch.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/perfect%20pitch. Accessed 2 May. 2026.

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