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actualize

verb

ˈak-ch(ə-w)ə-ˌlīz How to pronounce actualize (audio)
Definition of actualizenext
as in to begin
to come into existence several years passed before any profits from the enterprise actualized

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Recent Examples of actualize Its hybrid analog-digital approach allows Alfa free rein to actualize his impulses, while the meditative atmosphere prompts reflection on where those impulses come from. — H.d. Angel, Pitchfork, 16 June 2026 And on Tuesday at American Family Park, Harrison actualized all that potential in his three meetings with Devers. — Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 3 June 2026 The plot pivot point is based on a real proposal (but never actualized) to pay New York City homeowners to shelter migrants in their homes. — The Know, Denver Post, 31 May 2026 Our economic systems are not serving the people who live here, whose forefathers established this new republic, and our grandparents actualized the peak of its success. — Linh Tat, Oc Register, 4 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for actualize
Recent Examples of Synonyms for actualize
  1. begin
  2. start
  3. originate
  4. arise
  5. commence
  6. appear
  7. be
Verb
  • Graham began screenwriting with teleplays for the ‘80s version of The Twilight Zone.
    — Bethy Squires, Vulture, 19 Sep. 2026
  • More expansive early voting is scheduled to begin in those and other states in the coming weeks.
    — ALI SWENSON, Arkansas Online, 19 Sep. 2026
Definition of begin
Verb
  • But with mixed feelings the band’s nucleus of fans are holding their breath as their champions start their steady climb.
    — Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 18 Sep. 2026
  • Moccasin Flats started with a simple idea—build three houses in Southern Utah that feel more like part of the desert than something dropped onto it.
    — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 18 Sep. 2026
Definition of start
Verb
  • Fourteen of those storms originated in the East Pacific, which, with two and a half months of the season still to come, will likely blow past its average seasonal storm total of 15.
    — Mary Gilbert, CNN Money, 14 Sep. 2026
  • But each dollar of revenue must be weighed against the cost to originate, explain, onboard, service, monitor and govern the allocation.
    — Satish Avhad, Forbes.com, 14 Sep. 2026
Definition of originate
Verb
  • Trump withdrew his first nominee, Fox News medical contributor Janette Nesheiwat, after questions arose about her academic credentials.
    — FATIMA HUSSEIN, Arkansas Online, 17 Sep. 2026
  • Of course, there may be times when a crisis arises that absolutely requires your involvement.
    — Jason Richmond, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2026
Definition of arise
Verb
  • The film will shoot on location at the heart of Pendle in Lancashire, with principal photography commencing end of September.
    — Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 14 Sep. 2026
  • Then the Padres commenced giving him a big cushion, scoring two runs in the second inning and batting around and scoring five times in the second.
    — Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Sep. 2026
Definition of commence
Verb
  • Castro wore an orange jumpsuit and appeared behind a glass enclosure.
    — TIM SULLIVAN, Arkansas Online, 18 Sep. 2026
  • Sato also said current economic and price developments did not appear to have substantially accelerated compared to before.
    — Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 18 Sep. 2026
Definition of appear
Verb
  • There was a lineup of celebrities and stars who graced these halls, with a guest ledger that features Clark Gable and Bette Davis.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 Sep. 2026
  • School officials pointed out there were 975 tickets sold, and the temperatures were in the high 60s with no rain.
    — Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 19 Sep. 2026
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“Actualize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/actualize. Accessed 20 Sep. 2026.

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