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 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 But there is a big difference between understanding AI’s potential and actualizing it. — Larisa Summers, Forbes.com, 30 Apr. 2026 The offensive profile is formidable, and Anthony is only just beginning to fully actualize his potential. — Gabrielle Starr, Boston Herald, 28 Jan. 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
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  • In addition to its ongoing pursuit of LeBron James, the Heat also would like to add another veteran shooter and another veteran big man but might begin the season with only 14 under contract.
    — Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 18 July 2026
  • Construction is expected to begin in summer 2026 and be completed by early 2027.
    — Nicole Buss, Sacbee.com, 18 July 2026
Definition of begin
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  • Torres – one of Barcelona’s key men up front – had been having an awful tournament, missing a plethora of chances throughout Spain’s campaign and being benched after starting against Cape Verde.
    — Patrick Sung Cuadrado, CNN Money, 20 July 2026
  • Transfer to the middle rack of the oven and bake until the tomatoes begin to burst and the gnocchi start to sizzle, about 15 minutes.
    — Kate Williams, AJC.com, 20 July 2026
Definition of start
Verb
  • Idris Elba‘s 22Summers is teaming with Moses Babatope’s Nigerian outfit Nile Media Entertainment Group and Chee Keong Cheung’s UK genre firm Action Xtreme on a slate of action films originating from across West Africa.
    — Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 15 July 2026
  • Oberman, who is reimagining the play, will star as Geri Essendine, a female version of the usual lead character Garry Essendine, which was originated on stage by Coward himself.
    — K.J. Yossman, Variety, 15 July 2026
Definition of originate
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  • The lawsuit includes claims arising under the Lanham Act, Sherman Act and Pennsylvania law.
    — Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 15 July 2026
  • The environmental risks arise from pollution, heat, and lead exposure.
    — Elizabeth Cooney, STAT, 15 July 2026
Definition of arise
Verb
  • Iran has reportedly instructed Yemen's Houthis to prepare to close the Bab el-Mandeb Strait if the US strikes Iranian power infrastructure, which has commenced.
    — Frank Ahrens, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026
  • With a fury inside him, Garfield unleashes violence against them and commences the rebellion.
    — Matt Grobar, Deadline, 16 July 2026
Definition of commence
Verb
  • Iran claims to have targeted US facilities and partners across the Middle East on Friday, unleashing what appear to be its largest reprisals since a fragile ceasefire shattered almost a week ago.
    — Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 17 July 2026
  • Bosworth appears as Kathleen Sloane, a corporate defense attorney whose morals are called into question when her clients ask for the unthinkable.
    — Jack Dunn, Variety, 16 July 2026
Definition of appear
Verb
  • Given Nolan’s famous aversion to AI, there was a relief in knowing this incredible display of creativity came primarily from practical effects and shooting on location.
    — Hannah Abraham, Forbes.com, 18 July 2026
  • There was no other contestant other than Burnham, who comfortably surpassed that threshold.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 18 July 2026
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