as in realization
the state of being actual or complete
an operatic performance that was the long-promised actualization of her musical potential
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Recent Examples of actualization
Strauss notes that multiple generations residing in one household is ripe for co-actualization, the concept of enhanced growth through meaningful relationships, to thrive.
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Sierra Leone Starks, Parents, 3 Mar. 2026
The house Wanda ended up buying in Broad Cove is an actualization of Steve’s drawing of their dream home, down to the little shed on the side.
—Hazlitt, 4 Feb. 2026
My trip to Punta Cana will always be one of insight, kept advice, glamour, actualization—and the first sense of pride in my feminine spirit.
—Jesse Ashlock, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 May 2024
Sierra Leone Starks, Parents, 3 Mar. 2026
The house Wanda ended up buying in Broad Cove is an actualization of Steve’s drawing of their dream home, down to the little shed on the side.
—Hazlitt, 4 Feb. 2026
My trip to Punta Cana will always be one of insight, kept advice, glamour, actualization—and the first sense of pride in my feminine spirit.
—Jesse Ashlock, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 May 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for actualization
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That realization led her to focus more on sound early on in the edit.—
Lise Pedersen,
Variety,
20 Apr. 2026
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The realization hit in real time.—
Nathan Canilao,
Mercury News,
18 Apr. 2026
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Gigi Hadid speaks onstage during the 12th Breakthrough Prize ceremony, which honors outstanding achievements in the sciences, in Santa Monica, California, on April 18.—
Toria Sheffield,
PEOPLE,
21 Apr. 2026
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But the novel’s achievement is that we are forced to experience this insight almost bodily.—
Hua Hsu,
New Yorker,
20 Apr. 2026
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At a ceremony honoring his storied career, Murphy emphasized that his true legacy is his children, not his professional accomplishments in comedy and film.—
Emily St. Martin,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Apr. 2026
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Her distraught sister, Jennifer Metayer Smith, gave a moving eulogy on Metayer's accomplishments.—
Joan Murray,
CBS News,
17 Apr. 2026
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The underlying economics of delivery make a divide in delivery service based on location unavoidable and likely to become more visible, said Manish Kapoor, the founder and CEO of Growth Catalyst Group, a company that specializes in supply chain consulting and fulfillment and delivery.—
Barbara Booth,
CNBC,
19 Apr. 2026
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Years later, only John (now played by Aramayo) remains with Heather at home, medicated into semi-submission, with little hope of a life of independence or fulfillment.—
Justin Chang,
New Yorker,
17 Apr. 2026
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Though her political aspirations didn’t ultimately pan out, Ortega went on to find success in the entertainment industry by landing roles as early as 12, appearing on Jane the Virgin and Stuck in the Middle.—
Virginia Chamlee,
PEOPLE,
11 Apr. 2026
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Continenza said success to him will mean continuing to improve finances and ensuring Kodak has a solid succession plan in place to continue its growth.—
Laya Neelakandan,
CNBC,
11 Apr. 2026
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“Actualization.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/actualization. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.
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