perfectionist
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Under the perfectionist Sousa, it became the foremost and best-known musical ensemble in America.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 3, 2026
After the thrashing by the United States, Bielsa spoke openly about his own difficulties in relating to people, describing himself as a "toxic perfectionist".
From BBC • Jun. 26, 2026
We learn that Mr. Margouleff is a kind of sonic perfectionist for whom even stereo is insufficient.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 26, 2026
Are these three subtitle terms — codependent, perfectionist, people-pleasing — interchangeable or interlinked?
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 15, 2026
Shy about her talent, and a perfectionist about conditions, Janine never did.
From "Tuesdays with Morrie" by Mitch Albom
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