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imperfect

[im-pur-fikt] / ɪmˈpɜr fɪkt /


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After reading a Times story about Georg Kochi, a retiree who swapped his Koreatown lawn with plants suited for California, Lee was inspired by Kochi’s wild, wabi-sabi-style garden, which embraces the art of imperfect beauty.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Platner's supporters argue that his flaws are part of a broader redemption story and that voters are willing to accept an imperfect candidate who feels authentic.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

It was a beautiful night in an imperfect but beautiful city.

From Slate • Jun. 3, 2026

This leaves policymakers operating in a world of uncertainty, interpreting imperfect signals and using models undermined by gaps in real-time knowledge.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

Still, I couldn’t help secretly wondering if performing the Amanar—even an imperfect one—would have been my ticket onto the team.

From "Courage to Soar" by Simone Biles




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