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
That realization changed everything.
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Danielle Postel-Vinay, PEOPLE, 27 Oct. 2025
Indeed, throughout the world there’s a growing realization that the way to prosperity for all nations is rejecting protectionist legislation and promoting fair and free competition.
—James Bickerton, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Oct. 2025
Indeed, throughout the world, there’s a growing realization that the way to prosperity for all nations is rejecting protectionist legislation and promoting fair and free competition.
—Kevin Breuninger, CNBC, 24 Oct. 2025
There’s a moving moment late in this episode when Matty comes to this realization with Edwin’s help, then breaks down crying.
—Noel Murray, Vulture, 24 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for realization
Danielle Postel-Vinay, PEOPLE, 27 Oct. 2025
Indeed, throughout the world there’s a growing realization that the way to prosperity for all nations is rejecting protectionist legislation and promoting fair and free competition.
—James Bickerton, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Oct. 2025
Indeed, throughout the world, there’s a growing realization that the way to prosperity for all nations is rejecting protectionist legislation and promoting fair and free competition.
—Kevin Breuninger, CNBC, 24 Oct. 2025
There’s a moving moment late in this episode when Matty comes to this realization with Edwin’s help, then breaks down crying.
—Noel Murray, Vulture, 24 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for realization
Recent Examples of Synonyms for realization
Noun
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But the Kennedy Institute, which celebrates its 10th anniversary tonight, is not just about the accomplishments of one of the most significant legislators of the modern era.—
Martin J. Walsh,
Boston Herald,
26 Oct. 2025
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Those accomplishments should be more than milestones.—
Murat Ates,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Expect to attain power, leadership, kudos, awards, promotions and acknowledgement from others for your achievements.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
25 Oct. 2025
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The system is part of Qinchuangyuan initiative, which aimed to accelerate the transformation of scientific and technological achievements into commercial products and boost industrial development.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
24 Oct. 2025
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Moore’s journey reveals how Black Nationalism emerged not simply as a rejection of American ideals, but as a demand for their true fulfillment.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Oct. 2025
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In the July 2025 entry of his weekly newsletter, the dad of three penned a message about finding fulfillment in life outside of the sports world.—
Kayla Grant,
PEOPLE,
27 Oct. 2025
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The desire for a more luxury lifestyle connects directly to the success of high-end real estate development in the Middle East.—
Lily Mae Lazarus,
Fortune,
29 Oct. 2025
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The actress was one of the women who contributed to Garavani’s success, along with Diana Vreeland and Jackie Kennedy, said Giammetti — as well as several high society women who quickly became part of the duo’s circle as well.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
28 Oct. 2025
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“Realization.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/realization. Accessed 30 Oct. 2025.
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