actualizing

verb

present participle of actualize
as in beginning
to come into existence several years passed before any profits from the enterprise actualized

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Recent Examples of actualizing The collective takeaway is that producing, forging and actualizing belief is a way to center oneself, turn the volume down on all the noise out there, and feel… well, to put it simply, good. — Nick Remsen, Vogue, 4 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for actualizing
  1. beginning
  2. starting
  3. originating
  4. arising
  5. commencing
  6. appearing
  7. forming
Verb
  • Now, more Americans are beginning to make the roughly three-hour car ride from Santo Domingo, trading the predictability of Punta Cana for something more real.
    — Rafael Peña, Miami Herald, 15 July 2026
  • This includes a big-screen feature that is beginning development and aiming for theatrical release in late 2028, timed to the franchise’s 70th anniversary.
    — Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 15 July 2026
Definition of beginning
Verb
  • After word spread that a local attorney was starting a class action, residents said they were besieged by out-of-town lawyers competing aggressively for their business.
    — Rebecca Ellis, Los Angeles Times, 12 July 2026
  • Schjerlderup was the lone change Norway coach Stale Solbakken made in the starting lineup for Saturday’s match, starting the Benfica midfielder on the left flank in place of Antonio Nusa.
    — Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 12 July 2026
Definition of starting
Verb
  • Saudi Arabia more recently reportedly made a discreet acquisition of Pantsir-S1s beginning in 2021, most likely to provide a more cost-effective defense against drone attacks originating from the Houthis in Yemen at that time.
    — Paul Iddon, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026
  • Aviator Nation Dreamland is a 70s inspired event venue originating in Malibu and brought to the heart of Nashville.
    — John D. Luerssen, SPIN, 7 July 2026
Definition of originating
Verb
  • The Fairfield Police Department in a social media post Friday morning announced the arrest of a 17-year-old boy on suspicion of murder and related offenses arising from the June 3 shooting at the Fairfield High School campus.
    — Reeti Malhotra July 10, Sacbee.com, 10 July 2026
  • Teton Ridge seeks substantial damages arising from that conduct.
    — Justin Kroll, Deadline, 9 July 2026
Definition of arising
Verb
  • Amanda Pedersen Giske / NTB/AFP via Getty Images The Norway squad touched down to a traditional water cannon salute before commencing their homecoming parade in the capital.
    — Reuters, NBC news, 14 July 2026
  • Following Samsung's typical pattern, pre-orders for the new devices, including the Z Fold 8, Z Flip 8, and the innovative Z Fold 8 Wide, are anticipated to open immediately on July 22, with sales likely commencing around Friday, August 7.
    — David Phelan, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026
Definition of commencing
Verb
  • The justices are appearing before a House appropriations panel as the court seeks millions of dollars to beef up security amid a rise in threats to the judiciary.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 14 July 2026
  • Prescott was a fixture in the voting, appearing on nearly 75% of ballots with a healthy number of top-five votes.
    — Lawrence Dow, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 July 2026
Definition of appearing
Verb
  • The broad straps offset the lower neckline, which scoops at its narrowest point for a softer look, rather than forming a harsh line.
    — Irene Richardson, InStyle, 13 July 2026
  • Yet, its caucuses play an outsize role in filling leadership positions, forming policy platforms, and resolving debates at its national conventions.
    — Max Grinstein, The Washington Examiner, 13 July 2026
Definition of forming

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