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

Examples of full circle in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The second-part of the finale, meanwhile, came full circle, as Jim Parsons and Mayim Bialik reprised their Big Bang Theory roles as adult Sheldon and his wife Amy. Jp Mangalindan, Peoplemag, 17 May 2024 To see her her growth, her game then also to be open to trust me, it’s just been such a full circle moment. Ruth Etiesit Samuel, Essence, 15 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for full circle 

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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 20 May. 2024.

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