as in accomplishment
the state of being actual or complete this research paper is the realization of an entire year's work

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Recent Examples of realization While recovering, Vientos came to some realizations. Will Sammon, New York Times, 12 July 2025 So, an ensemble of realizations for the same phenomena. Quanta Magazine, 10 July 2025 Near the end of his playing days, O’Brien also ran a saloon before coming to a realization. Pete Grathoff july 10, Kansas City Star, 10 July 2025 This realization leads her down a dangerous path with Anthony Ramos’ Parker Robbins or The Hood, who approaches her through his emissary John (Manny Montana). Ronda Racha Penrice, HollywoodReporter, 11 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for realization
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Noun
  • The tennis community has rallied around Townsend’s achievement, with fellow stars like Coco Gauff, Madison Keys, and Ben Shelton publicly celebrating her accomplishment.
    Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 29 July 2025
  • The Impact of Excessive Competitiveness While a little bit of competition can be healthy for kids, Dr. Lee says too much can create chronic stress that can lead to burnout, de-prioritizing collaboration, and even lying about their accomplishments.
    Sherri Gordon, Parents, 28 July 2025
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  • Kennedy narrowly defeated Nixon, ushering in eight years of Democratic control and seminal achievements: the Civil Rights Act, the Voting Rights Act, enactment of Medicare and Medicaid, and more.
    Time, Time, 23 July 2025
  • It’s built around five key focus areas: inspire change, shape future leaders, engage every level, motivate change, and recognize achievement.
    Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 23 July 2025
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  • This retrograde is all about finding true fulfillment in creative endeavors and romantic connections.
    Valerie Mesa, People.com, 4 July 2025
  • But as her fame rises, Ally’s desire to catapult in the industry and Jackson’s personal demons threaten their relationship and ability to find fulfillment through music.
    Travis Bean, Forbes.com, 4 July 2025
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  • But considering the success of Wisconsin's wild turkey management program, don't expect the next edition to have any huge surprises.
    Steven Martinez, jsonline.com, 23 July 2025
  • Despite her success as an art professor and painter, Ruth feels adrift and bitter.
    Bekah Waalkes, The Atlantic, 22 July 2025

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