bear fruit

phrase

Synonyms of bear fruitnext
: to come to satisfying fruition, production, or development : to produce a desired result or reward
Their hard work will soon bear fruit.

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“Bear fruit.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bear%20fruit. Accessed 17 Dec. 2025.

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