a perfect world

noun

: the best form of human society that one could want
In a perfect world, there would be no need for weapons.

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In a perfect world, women are helping each other and lifting each other up. — Mya Copeland, Variety, 5 Oct. 2026 Or in a perfect world, that game could be the reason the Rebels get in over Kiffin’s team. — Seth Emerson, New York Times, 4 Oct. 2026 And in a perfect world, the franchise retains all three at full price after restoring New York City’s basketball scene to heights unseen in over 50 years. — Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 28 Sep. 2026 Jovic and Larsson have the diverse skill sets than could – in a perfect world – step in with whatever is needed. — Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 25 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for a perfect world

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“A perfect world.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/a%20perfect%20world. Accessed 9 Oct. 2026.

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