otherwise perfect

Frequency: 6.87.1 per million words

Indicates that something is perfect, apart from a specific flaw.

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Examples (20)

  • The painting was otherwise perfect, but a small scratch marred its surface.
  • He had high blood pressure but was in otherwise perfect health.
  • Her presentation was otherwise perfect, except for a slight technical glitch.
  • The tiny scratch was the only blemish on an otherwise perfect diamond.
  • The plan seemed otherwise perfect, until we considered the budget constraints.
  • A brief rain shower was the only interruption to an otherwise perfect day.
  • His performance was otherwise perfect, despite a minor stumble at the beginning.
  • The script was otherwise perfect, except for a few minor typos.
  • The weather was otherwise perfect for the picnic, just a bit too windy.
  • Her otherwise perfect record was spoiled by a single late arrival.
  • The antique vase was otherwise perfect, save for a barely noticeable chip.
  • The hotel was otherwise perfect, but the service was a bit slow.
  • Their new house is otherwise perfect, although the garden needs some work.
  • It was an otherwise perfect evening, marred only by the cold wind.
  • The candidate's resume was otherwise perfect, lacking only relevant industry experience.
  • Except for the noisy neighbors, it was an otherwise perfect apartment.
  • This software is otherwise perfect, but the user interface could be more intuitive.
  • The cake was otherwise perfect, though it was slightly too sweet.
  • The meal was otherwise perfect, with the exception of the overcooked vegetables.
  • His otherwise perfect plan failed because of one small oversight.