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
Wilkins acknowledges that this realization influenced the company’s strategic direction.
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Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 24 Feb. 2026
But one issue that recently came up was the realization that the Rose Garden is locally landmarked by the city, a designation that’s meant to place some protections against any changes.
—Joseph States, Chicago Tribune, 24 Feb. 2026
The realization that the tax is imposed on the sale of all properties over the $5 million threshold including apartments, commercial and industrial properties, led almost immediately to buyer’s remorse among the city’s political elite.
—Jon Coupal, Oc Register, 21 Feb. 2026
Disappointing realizations are possible, but this is also a great opportunity to simplify big dreams into doable steps.
—Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 20 Feb. 2026
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Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 24 Feb. 2026
But one issue that recently came up was the realization that the Rose Garden is locally landmarked by the city, a designation that’s meant to place some protections against any changes.
—Joseph States, Chicago Tribune, 24 Feb. 2026
The realization that the tax is imposed on the sale of all properties over the $5 million threshold including apartments, commercial and industrial properties, led almost immediately to buyer’s remorse among the city’s political elite.
—Jon Coupal, Oc Register, 21 Feb. 2026
Disappointing realizations are possible, but this is also a great opportunity to simplify big dreams into doable steps.
—Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 20 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for realization
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As Woody Harrelson detailed Harrison Ford's accomplishments from the Actors Awards stage, the famously gruff actor seemed to squirm in his seat, somehow uncomfortable with praise even at the age of 83.—
Eve Batey,
Vanity Fair,
2 Mar. 2026
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But the most exciting part of the accomplishment for All-American sophomore Sarah Strong was the rare praise the team got from coach Geno Auriemma in the postgame locker room.—
Emily Adams,
Hartford Courant,
2 Mar. 2026
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During an appearance at the 51st Cesar Awards in Paris on Thursday, Carrey — who was awarded the lifetime achievement Cesar d’honneur — spoke with reporters after his acceptance speech, but left social media scratching their heads.—
Christina Dugan Ramirez,
FOXNews.com,
2 Mar. 2026
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Football is his future, but wrestling has been a crowning achievement for Testa with his all-state status while being a key figure on back-to-back state champions.—
Patrick Z. McGavin,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Mar. 2026
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This mission is the root of fulfillment and the purpose that fuels us.—
Tim Heitmann,
Fortune,
1 Mar. 2026
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That such a film would go on to break the record for most Oscar nominations — with 16 including best film and best director for Coogler — is a fulfillment of the ancestors’ dreams.—
Lisa Respers France,
CNN Money,
26 Feb. 2026
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There have been individual successes on the pitch (such as Cole Palmer, Moises Caicedo and the wonderfully gifted Estevao) and players who have been sold on for a tidy profit (such as Djordje Petrovic, Renato Veiga and Noni Madueke).—
Oliver Kay,
New York Times,
28 Feb. 2026
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Talent is a leading indicator of success in an organization, and the talent that’s choosing to go to MLS is getting better and better.—
Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson,
semafor.com,
28 Feb. 2026
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