1
as in discovering
to come to an awareness of
I just realized that I can't go out to dinner tonight because I'm supposed to babysit for our neighbor
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as in reaping
to receive as return for effort
if you deposit your paycheck in a savings account, you'll realize a little interest on it
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Recent Examples of realizing
The Florida fans erupted before realizing the play had been called offsides, disallowing the goal.
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Amaia Gavica, Idaho Statesman, 8 Mar. 2026
In a recent blog post, Grotts said even well-meaning customers often break unwritten rules without realizing it.
—Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 7 Mar. 2026
After realizing the driver was the sheriff, the deputy called state troopers to conduct the DUI investigation.
—Christopher Harris, CBS News, 6 Mar. 2026
Imagine meeting the love of your life, entering a relationship with them, and then belatedly realizing your literal body rejects the union.
—Caroline Tien, SELF, 6 Mar. 2026
After a circus train arrived late, Stark started her act without realizing her tigers hadn’t been fed for 24 hours.
—Alessandro Meregaglia, The Conversation, 3 Mar. 2026
Mantha and Brazeau are a couple of power forward monsters, Brazeau realizing his potential and Mantha resuscitating his while the two primarily play on the same line.
—Josh Yohe, New York Times, 3 Mar. 2026
His stories explore how tech is changing the practice of health care and the business and policy challenges to realizing tech’s promise.
—Mario Aguilar, STAT, 2 Mar. 2026
You'll be forgiven for not realizing that oleander, specifically Nerium oleander, is toxic, because the woody little shrub is a common sight in suburban landscapes due to its abundant, fragrant white, pink, red, or purple flowers.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 1 Mar. 2026
Amaia Gavica, Idaho Statesman, 8 Mar. 2026
In a recent blog post, Grotts said even well-meaning customers often break unwritten rules without realizing it.
—Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 7 Mar. 2026
After realizing the driver was the sheriff, the deputy called state troopers to conduct the DUI investigation.
—Christopher Harris, CBS News, 6 Mar. 2026
Imagine meeting the love of your life, entering a relationship with them, and then belatedly realizing your literal body rejects the union.
—Caroline Tien, SELF, 6 Mar. 2026
After a circus train arrived late, Stark started her act without realizing her tigers hadn’t been fed for 24 hours.
—Alessandro Meregaglia, The Conversation, 3 Mar. 2026
Mantha and Brazeau are a couple of power forward monsters, Brazeau realizing his potential and Mantha resuscitating his while the two primarily play on the same line.
—Josh Yohe, New York Times, 3 Mar. 2026
His stories explore how tech is changing the practice of health care and the business and policy challenges to realizing tech’s promise.
—Mario Aguilar, STAT, 2 Mar. 2026
You'll be forgiven for not realizing that oleander, specifically Nerium oleander, is toxic, because the woody little shrub is a common sight in suburban landscapes due to its abundant, fragrant white, pink, red, or purple flowers.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 1 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for realizing
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In nuclear physics, discovering the internal structure of the atom led to enormous advances, but also brought us the dangers of radioactivity and atomic weapons.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
5 Mar. 2026
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The scrutiny erupted in January, when an Austin woman and her child were deported after an Austin officer contacted ICE upon discovering an administrative warrant for the woman.—
Austin Sanders,
Austin American Statesman,
5 Mar. 2026
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Just because Bryon wants to curb the spread of The Beauty doesn’t mean those reaping the financial benefits, including his son Tig, are similarly eager to throw in the towel.—
Hunter Ingram,
Variety,
5 Mar. 2026
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The bold transfer decisions from summer 2025 are reaping dividends now.—
Carl Anka,
New York Times,
5 Mar. 2026
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Offensively, the Cowboys were clearly comfortable seeing TCU’s style of defense for a third time.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
12 Mar. 2026
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Phillips also played a complete season in 2025 after seeing two separate significant injuries end his seasons in 2023 (Achilles) and 2024 (ACL).—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
11 Mar. 2026
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On the field, the Dominican Republic won 7-5, with Marlins ace Sandy Alcantara earning the win.—
Noah Gulley,
Miami Herald,
12 Mar. 2026
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One of his favorite experiences in scouting was earning the climbing merit badge, Frels said.—
Myrna Petlicki,
Chicago Tribune,
12 Mar. 2026
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The donation was made to the Foundation for New Education Initiatives, a nonprofit organization Carvalho founded to improve learning opportunities for students from lower-income families.—
Teresa Liu,
Daily News,
11 Mar. 2026
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California has introduced universal pre-kindergarten, and New York City is expanding its pre-kindergarten program to 2-year-olds, giving toddlers an early start on learning.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
10 Mar. 2026
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Exclusive restaurant memberships, gyms, creative spaces, social clubs and more are gaining more popularity as consumers search for ways to build community outside of their houses and offices.—
Laya Neelakandan,
CNBC,
7 Mar. 2026
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The move away from cropped hems serves multiple purposes by adding length to the leg while projecting an effortless aura, which is why the style is gaining traction regardless of style.—
Emily Tannenbaum,
Glamour,
7 Mar. 2026
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Their only requisite, besides location, was a top-floor unit, so there’d be no risk of hearing neighbors above.—
Carisa Crawford Chappell,
New York Times,
12 Mar. 2026
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After hearing their parents lay it out, none of the Smith kids — Lilly, Eli, Maggie, Brice, Wilson or Jesse — flinched at the idea of helping their baby sister.—
Théoden Janes,
Charlotte Observer,
11 Mar. 2026
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The Lakers’ coach described walking in and seeing the Heat leading with three minutes left, on the verge of winning their sixth consecutive game and Adebayo on the free-throw line (naturally).—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Mar. 2026
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Saratoga ridden by Mark Walsh celebrates winning the McCoy Contractors Juvenile Handicap Hurdle at Cheltenham Racecourse on March 10, 2026 in Cheltenham, England.—
Ian King,
CNBC,
11 Mar. 2026
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“Realizing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/realizing. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.
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