perfectionist

Example Sentences

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The Hungarian photographer thought his American peers were overly perfectionist.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 20, 2026

"I want to win everything, I want to be a perfectionist in everything. I'm a nightmare when we play Monopoly at home," he said.

From Barron's • Feb. 14, 2026

For 26-year-old Dayna, who describes herself as a "former perfectionist", it's a trait she is relieved to have left behind.

From BBC • Nov. 19, 2025

But she developed a reputation for being a demanding perfectionist and mean, contradicting that pleasant imagery associated with her brand.

From Salon • Aug. 27, 2025

He used to say that being a perfectionist was one of life’s most important secrets.

From "A Place to Belong" by Cynthia Kadohata