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
The rally is based on speculative foundry news that will not come to fruition for several years and a positive insider purchase that does not negate the fundamental challenges reflected in the recent earnings report.
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Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
Never came to fruition, but it's been tough, year to year, with different budgets.
—Alec Johnson, jsonline.com, 28 Jan. 2026
That isn’t coming to fruition yet.
—Davis Giangiulio, CNBC, 28 Jan. 2026
Decades later, that never came to fruition, and the federal government provides a fraction of that amount.
—Becca Savransky, Idaho Statesman, 27 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for fruition
Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
Never came to fruition, but it's been tough, year to year, with different budgets.
—Alec Johnson, jsonline.com, 28 Jan. 2026
That isn’t coming to fruition yet.
—Davis Giangiulio, CNBC, 28 Jan. 2026
Decades later, that never came to fruition, and the federal government provides a fraction of that amount.
—Becca Savransky, Idaho Statesman, 27 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for fruition
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fruition
Noun
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That realization led them to launch their 50/50 media equity pledge back in 2022, a commitment to spend equally on men’s and women’s sports media.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
26 Jan. 2026
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This might not seem like such a profound realization for a lion of the festival circuit.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
26 Jan. 2026
Noun
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KidsFest activities will return for Sundays at Petco Park, with select Sundays throughout the home schedule dedicated to saluting different military branches, accomplishments and history.—
Jeff Sanders,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Jan. 2026
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While heading to a Pro Bowl is always a great accomplishment, Sanders knows nothing is solidified for his role in 2026.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
26 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Many professionals focus on big projects and headline achievements, but research shows that soft skills and visibility strongly influence promotions.—
Sho Dewan,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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But the research underscores how school matters across achievement levels — and each day makes a difference.—
Kate Armanini,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Matt Van Komen, one of the tallest players in all of college basketball at 7-4, added 6 points, 8 rebounds and 5 blocks as the Red Wolves struggled to find success in the lane with his presence defensively.—
Michael Harley,
Arkansas Online,
1 Feb. 2026
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After more than a decade of success, the 2000s saw a recession that some thought might spell the end of the space sim genre.—
Alan Bradley,
Space.com,
31 Jan. 2026
Noun
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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 2 Feb. 2026.
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