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perfectionist

[per-fek-shuh-nist] / pərˈfɛk ʃə nɪst /


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"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

He described Isak as a perfectionist in both business and personal matters.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 26, 2025

One person hemmed in by perfectionist anxiety was invited to sing with an off-key Masli.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 21, 2025

If that makes her sound like an obsessive perfectionist, think again.

From BBC • Sep. 18, 2025

A perfectionist, he often lost his temper and patience.

From "Spooked!" by Gail Jarrow