as in accomplishments
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 realizations
One of the most striking realizations is just how much this list of names cuts against the grain of the Pochettino’s regular squad selections over his one-and-a-half years in charge.
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Ian Nicholas Quillen, Forbes.com, 24 May 2026
At the same time, the sun in Gemini is approaching its conjunction with rebel Uranus — becoming exact tomorrow — which could bring surprising conversations, sudden realizations, impulsive decisions and an undeniable urge to reinvent yourself.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 21 May 2026
The reality of actual recordings of terror victims in India is placed alongside dramatic realizations wherein Hamza recalls coming across the perpetrators mid Muslim call to prayer, framing the enemy as Islam at large.
—Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 27 Mar. 2026
One of Katz’s realizations is that the pass is a business tool in need of rejuvenation.
—Phil Wahba, Fortune, 26 Mar. 2026
Riley finally is coming home, returning Sunday with the unveiling of a long overdue statue in whose bronze reflection a couple of wistful realizations can be found.
—Los Angeles Times, 23 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
The Full Moon in Leo on February 1st activates your rest, healing, and subconscious sector, stirring emotions, memories, and realizations that may not fully make sense yet.
—Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 29 Jan. 2026
Neither of those realizations requires a revolution.
—The Denver Post Editorial Board, Denver Post, 24 Jan. 2026
Ian Nicholas Quillen, Forbes.com, 24 May 2026
At the same time, the sun in Gemini is approaching its conjunction with rebel Uranus — becoming exact tomorrow — which could bring surprising conversations, sudden realizations, impulsive decisions and an undeniable urge to reinvent yourself.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 21 May 2026
The reality of actual recordings of terror victims in India is placed alongside dramatic realizations wherein Hamza recalls coming across the perpetrators mid Muslim call to prayer, framing the enemy as Islam at large.
—Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 27 Mar. 2026
One of Katz’s realizations is that the pass is a business tool in need of rejuvenation.
—Phil Wahba, Fortune, 26 Mar. 2026
Riley finally is coming home, returning Sunday with the unveiling of a long overdue statue in whose bronze reflection a couple of wistful realizations can be found.
—Los Angeles Times, 23 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
The Full Moon in Leo on February 1st activates your rest, healing, and subconscious sector, stirring emotions, memories, and realizations that may not fully make sense yet.
—Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 29 Jan. 2026
Neither of those realizations requires a revolution.
—The Denver Post Editorial Board, Denver Post, 24 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for realizations
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Based on wins and losses and his on-field accomplishments, Leach is far from a slam-dunk Hall-of-Fame candidate.—
Ralph D. Russo,
New York Times,
2 June 2026
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The extended family includes more academics, all of whom have their own impressive lists of degrees and accomplishments.—
Tim Rohan,
NBC news,
2 June 2026
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Do this daily as a practice of gratitude leading up to big achievements like graduation.—
Harriette Cole,
Mercury News,
2 June 2026
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After the war, his goalscoring statistics were deleted and his achievements were discredited, with the Polish press labelling him as mentally unstable and an alcoholic.—
Tim Spiers,
New York Times,
1 June 2026
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Three researchers, two of whom have since gone on to bigger and better successes, Vinay Prasad and Tracey Beth Hoeg, explained in detail how committed the CDC was to promoting masks.—
Ian Miller OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
1 June 2026
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For Restrepo, having a top-down approach to goalkeeping and set pieces is crucial for City to build upon the successes of this season, particularly with the introduction of full-time academies in England.—
Megan Feringa,
New York Times,
31 May 2026
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“Realizations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/realizations. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.
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