perfectionist

Example Sentences

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It is perhaps especially appealing to perfectionists, foodies, people who are nostalgic about the gardens their grandparents grew, and those with money but no time.

From Seattle Times

He was a perfectionist who sought out birds by boat, bicycle, canoe and on foot.

From Washington Post

Blair, who has worked with June Carter Cash, Rod Stewart and P. Diddy, mixed half of Robinson’s new album and says a perfectionist streak came through.

From Seattle Times

It’s so easy for me to fixate because I’m a perfectionist.

From New York Times

Gore, ever a perfectionist, then yelled at himself while walking off the mound.

From Washington Post