picture-perfect

adjective

pic·​ture-perfect
: completely flawless : perfect
made a picture-perfect landing

Examples of picture-perfect in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The small towns strung along the Long Island Sound combine quiet coastal beauty and gobs of old-timey charm (think picture-perfect inns and cozy taverns). Anne Olivia Bauso, Travel + Leisure, 26 Apr. 2024 Renowned photographer Annie Leibovitz is listing her picture-perfect coastal farm in Bolinas for $8.995 million. Pueng Vongs, The Mercury News, 24 Apr. 2024 There’s also a sunny terrace with picture-perfect mountain and lake views Elsewhere are a home office, gym, media room, mud/dog room, three-car garage with a dog wash, and a small barn. Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 23 Apr. 2024 Hayek’s glam included a mauve smokey eye and peachy nude lip, which all the more emphasized her picture-perfect curls and eye-popping styling. Michelle Lee, Peoplemag, 18 Apr. 2024 Instead, in the defining moment of the team’s 3-2 loss at Target Field on Wednesday, the Minnesota Twins’ defense turned a picture-perfect relay play. Houston Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 11 Apr. 2024 The 20 Best Beaches in Florida — From Romantic Islands to Family-friendly Spots 13 of 15 White Beach, Boracay, Philippines Located on the small island of Boracay in the Philippines, the aptly named White Beach is a picture-perfect oasis lined with palm trees, bars, hotels, and more. Steven Casale, Travel + Leisure, 11 Apr. 2024 Bake empanadas for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the crust is a picture-perfect golden brown. Gretchen McKay, The Mercury News, 10 Apr. 2024 The first floor boasts a jazz bar and restaurant, and the rooftop offers picture-perfect views of the Empire State Building. Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 5 Apr. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

1909, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of picture-perfect was in 1909

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“Picture-perfect.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/picture-perfect. Accessed 3 May. 2024.

Kids Definition

picture-perfect

adjective
: completely flawless : perfect
made a picture-perfect landing
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