flaw
noun
a feature that mars the perfection of something; defect; fault.
Example Sentences
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They discovered that people “significantly” preferred interacting with a robot that made non-dangerous mistakes over one that performed flawlessly.
From Slate ● Sep. 27, 2026
The translation of “Evocations” into English by Lena Lenček is done flawlessly, and the thick paper on which the text is printed has a luxurious density.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 28, 2026
“It’s rare to find a property that flawlessly combines dramatic architecture, modern updates and total privacy,” Atamian said in a statement.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 17, 2026
That, however, doesn’t capture the exact torque, force and grip required for a robot hand to work flawlessly.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 31, 2026
No one had ever been able to keep Farmer’s schedule flawlessly.
From "Mountains Beyond Mountains" by Tracy Kidder and Michael French
