full circle

adverb

: through a series of developments that lead back to the original source, position, or situation or to a complete reversal of the original position
usually used in the phrase come full circle

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The move brought her career full circle, back to her family’s military roots and her lifelong commitment to service. Jessica Coacci, Fortune, 21 Oct. 2025 You guys bring that full circle with this film. Zac Ntim, Deadline, 18 Oct. 2025 The study brings that intention full circle. Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 18 Oct. 2025 That feels very full circle for your first full-length album. Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 17 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for full circle

Word History

First Known Use

1878, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of full circle was in 1878

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“Full circle.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/full%20circle. Accessed 25 Oct. 2025.

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