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perfectionism

[per-fek-shuh-niz-uhm] / pərˈfɛk ʃəˌnɪz əm /


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"I know perfectionism is an illusion, but I am always trying to chase it," admits 25-year-old Aswan.

From BBC

Rockstar has form for delaying its games and a reputation for perfectionism, with its previous big release - Red Dead Redemption 2 - delayed by roughly a year from its original release date.

From BBC

Cooper acknowledges his fierce commitment to his work with a smile that says guilty as charged, before contemplating his perfectionism.

From Los Angeles Times

She adds that her perfectionism, including personally approving every recipe in her books, didn't help.

From BBC

His perfectionism stalled him out for years, but his resentment of the music business’ commercial pressures also took its toll.

From Salon