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a person who wants things to be done perfectly or who tries to do things perfectly
I'm a bit of a perfectionist, which makes it difficult for me to finish things sometimes.
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Recent Examples of perfectionists
Kurtz said the partners are all perfectionists, and that carries over to their cup quality.
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Jenna Thompson, Kansas City Star, 3 Apr. 2026
Both Virgos and Taureans are known to be headstrong perfectionists, so don’t be too harsh on yourself during these fun few weeks.
—Snehaa Khanna Sahgal, Vogue, 26 Nov. 2025
This isn't about perfectionists but intentional development across all dimensions of leadership.
—Aurelien Mangano, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Jenna Thompson, Kansas City Star, 3 Apr. 2026
Both Virgos and Taureans are known to be headstrong perfectionists, so don’t be too harsh on yourself during these fun few weeks.
—Snehaa Khanna Sahgal, Vogue, 26 Nov. 2025
This isn't about perfectionists but intentional development across all dimensions of leadership.
—Aurelien Mangano, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for perfectionists
dreamers
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What began in 1923 as a temporary billboard for a housing development has since transformed into one of the most recognizable landmarks in the world, drawing dreamers, tourists and hikers alike into its orbit.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
23 Apr. 2026
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There’s still a chance Bosa could unite with big brother, Joey Bosa, and dreamers will fantasize for Myles Garrett, but, alas, this pre-draft story is about unproven prospects.—
Cam Inman,
Mercury News,
19 Apr. 2026
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“Perfectionists.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perfectionists. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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