as in realization
the state of being actual or complete
when she landed the lead in a Broadway play, a lifelong dream was brought to fruition
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Recent Examples of fruition
What remains of the limestone building — which was designated as a landmark in 2018 — weathered multiple requests by its owner to demolish it over the years, none of which ultimately came to fruition.
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Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 9 Jan. 2026
Earlier this week, Starmer committed to having British troops on the ground in Ukraine, should a peace deal come to fruition.
—Callum Sutherland, Time, 8 Jan. 2026
In the Cowboys’ case, that didn’t come to fruition in a 34-17 loss to the Giants.
—R.j. Coyle, Dallas Morning News, 8 Jan. 2026
Together, Venus conjunct Mars in Capricorn brings romance into fruition.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 7 Jan. 2026
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Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 9 Jan. 2026
Earlier this week, Starmer committed to having British troops on the ground in Ukraine, should a peace deal come to fruition.
—Callum Sutherland, Time, 8 Jan. 2026
In the Cowboys’ case, that didn’t come to fruition in a 34-17 loss to the Giants.
—R.j. Coyle, Dallas Morning News, 8 Jan. 2026
Together, Venus conjunct Mars in Capricorn brings romance into fruition.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 7 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fruition
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Study time Like the tight ends, the Rams’ coaching staff had its own realization after the Jacksonville game.—
Adam Grosbard,
Oc Register,
8 Jan. 2026
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The laughter their sketches were getting was based on the audience’s realization of just how charged these issues were.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
7 Jan. 2026
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That’s an impressive accomplishment considering the Bearcats’ storied history with 12 state championships and a long list of productive players.—
Charles Baggarly,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
13 Jan. 2026
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Glaser said before detailing a number of the star's career accomplishments.—
Tracy Wright,
FOXNews.com,
12 Jan. 2026
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The Grateful Dead were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1994, and also earned a lifetime achievement award in the 2007 Grammy’s.—
Joseph Dycus,
Mercury News,
12 Jan. 2026
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The award for cinematic and box office achievement went to Sinners, so Göransson was able to take the stage on the telecast (as a key member of the creative team of Ryan Coogler’s film), though only music nerds would have been able to ID him.—
Paul Grein,
Billboard,
12 Jan. 2026
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My highest priority, now and always, is the well-being and success of our students, teachers, and the staff who support them.—
Ashley Paul,
CBS News,
8 Jan. 2026
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This comes roughly a year after the success of Weaver’s unit during the 2025 season led to interviews with the New Orleans Saints and Chicago Bears for their head coach openings.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
7 Jan. 2026
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This alignment strengthens professional decision-making while enhancing personal fulfillment and emotional balance.—
Karen Hinds,
Hartford Courant,
13 Jan. 2026
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Guest of winner must be at least 21 years old and may be required to sign a separate Promotions Release and Affidavit for Guests prior to prize fulfillment or venue entry.—
AJC.com,
AJC.com,
12 Jan. 2026
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“Fruition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fruition. Accessed 15 Jan. 2026.
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