as in accomplishment
the state of being actual or complete
this research paper is the realization of an entire year's work
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Recent Examples of realization
There was a brief pause before realization set in.
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Ashley Vega, PEOPLE, 16 Apr. 2026
The realization of this digital pane, which ultimately manifested itself as Project Maven, is one of two stories that Manson tells.
—Gideon Lewis-Kraus, New Yorker, 15 Apr. 2026
After last season, West Aurora’s Angel Romero came to a realization.
—Paul Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 15 Apr. 2026
When Spencer Torkelson was 19, his father, Rick, had a realization that later saved Torkelson three-quarters of a million dollars.
—Stephen J. Nesbitt, New York Times, 15 Apr. 2026
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Ashley Vega, PEOPLE, 16 Apr. 2026
The realization of this digital pane, which ultimately manifested itself as Project Maven, is one of two stories that Manson tells.
—Gideon Lewis-Kraus, New Yorker, 15 Apr. 2026
After last season, West Aurora’s Angel Romero came to a realization.
—Paul Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 15 Apr. 2026
When Spencer Torkelson was 19, his father, Rick, had a realization that later saved Torkelson three-quarters of a million dollars.
—Stephen J. Nesbitt, New York Times, 15 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for realization
Recent Examples of Synonyms for realization
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At a ceremony honoring his storied career, Murphy emphasized that his true legacy is his children, not his professional accomplishments in comedy and film.—
Emily St. Martin,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Apr. 2026
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Her distraught sister, Jennifer Metayer Smith, gave a moving eulogy on Metayer's accomplishments.—
Joan Murray,
CBS News,
17 Apr. 2026
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Gigi Hadid speaks onstage during the 12th Breakthrough Prize ceremony, which honors outstanding achievements in the sciences, in Santa Monica, California, on April 18.—
Toria Sheffield,
PEOPLE,
21 Apr. 2026
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But the novel’s achievement is that we are forced to experience this insight almost bodily.—
Hua Hsu,
New Yorker,
20 Apr. 2026
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The underlying economics of delivery make a divide in delivery service based on location unavoidable and likely to become more visible, said Manish Kapoor, the founder and CEO of Growth Catalyst Group, a company that specializes in supply chain consulting and fulfillment and delivery.—
Barbara Booth,
CNBC,
19 Apr. 2026
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Years later, only John (now played by Aramayo) remains with Heather at home, medicated into semi-submission, with little hope of a life of independence or fulfillment.—
Justin Chang,
New Yorker,
17 Apr. 2026
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Though her political aspirations didn’t ultimately pan out, Ortega went on to find success in the entertainment industry by landing roles as early as 12, appearing on Jane the Virgin and Stuck in the Middle.—
Virginia Chamlee,
PEOPLE,
11 Apr. 2026
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Continenza said success to him will mean continuing to improve finances and ensuring Kodak has a solid succession plan in place to continue its growth.—
Laya Neelakandan,
CNBC,
11 Apr. 2026
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“Realization.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/realization. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026.
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