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
Successful testing would address a major scientific and engineering challenge on the path to realizing the world’s first commercial fusion power plant.
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Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 13 June 2026
The organizations realizing real value are not the ones moving the fastest or deploying the most tools.
—Cerys Goodall, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
In doing so, a national AI framework will also promote public confidence in the safe development of AI, which, at the end of the day, is the essential context for realizing the full potential of this truly historic and transformative technology.
—John R. Dearie, Chicago Tribune, 11 June 2026
Currently in the test phase, the gigantic reusable rocket is key to SpaceX realizing Musk's ambitions.
—ABC News, 11 June 2026
And our current president is realizing that the hard way.
—S.e. Cupp, New York Daily News, 11 June 2026
With more galleries, more programming, and a building that carries six decades of museum history, this year’s edition may be the closest the fair has come to realizing that vision.
—Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 10 June 2026
More than one person shared that Leah could brighten someone's day without even realizing it simply because kindness came so naturally to her.
—Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 10 June 2026
In one message, Proctor allegedly tells Goode not to worry about rushing to a car accident in town after realizing a Black person was involved and using a racial slur to describe that person.
—Colleen Cronin, Boston Herald, 10 June 2026
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 13 June 2026
The organizations realizing real value are not the ones moving the fastest or deploying the most tools.
—Cerys Goodall, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
In doing so, a national AI framework will also promote public confidence in the safe development of AI, which, at the end of the day, is the essential context for realizing the full potential of this truly historic and transformative technology.
—John R. Dearie, Chicago Tribune, 11 June 2026
Currently in the test phase, the gigantic reusable rocket is key to SpaceX realizing Musk's ambitions.
—ABC News, 11 June 2026
And our current president is realizing that the hard way.
—S.e. Cupp, New York Daily News, 11 June 2026
With more galleries, more programming, and a building that carries six decades of museum history, this year’s edition may be the closest the fair has come to realizing that vision.
—Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 10 June 2026
More than one person shared that Leah could brighten someone's day without even realizing it simply because kindness came so naturally to her.
—Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 10 June 2026
In one message, Proctor allegedly tells Goode not to worry about rushing to a car accident in town after realizing a Black person was involved and using a racial slur to describe that person.
—Colleen Cronin, Boston Herald, 10 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for realizing
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The film also examines Tribeca’s role as a platform for discovering new talent and showcasing independent storytelling.—
Brent Lang,
Variety,
12 June 2026
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The best founders used capital strategically after discovering strategic fit and proving capability — not as a substitute for capability.—
Dileep Rao,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
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Chip and memory companies are indeed reaping big growth in revenue and profit because of the AI boom, but their stock prices have been soaring at astounding speeds.—
Stan Choe,
Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2026
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Nicholas, on the other hand, is already reaping the rewards of the World Cup.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
1 June 2026
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Another patient, David Nurieli, described seeing elderly individuals forced to walk or be carried up three flights of stairs when the elevator fails.—
Bri Buckley,
CBS News,
18 June 2026
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Those concerns were amplified by Marsch only seeing his players every few months before the World Cup.—
Joshua Kloke,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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One of the most accomplished individuals in Tech’s sports history, Hall coached the Yellow Jackets from 1994 through 2025, earning ACC coach of the year honors five times.—
Gabriel Burns,
AJC.com,
19 June 2026
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After earning a bachelor’s degree in aerospace engineering from North Carolina State University in 2015, Davis completed a master’s degree in space studies with a concentration in aerospace science from American Military University between 2018 and 2022.—
Reeti Malhotra,
Sacbee.com,
18 June 2026
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His 3-year-old son Sonny is learning to swing a fat plastic bat, all while working on his launch angle.—
Barry Svrluga,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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On April 18, 2025, immigration officers went to the Milwaukee County courthouse after learning Flores-Ruiz had reentered the country illegally and was scheduled to appear before Dugan for a hearing in a state battery case.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 June 2026
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Iran insists on retaining a degree of control over the waterway and gaining immediate access to its frozen funds, while negotiations over the Islamic Republic’s uranium enrichment would take place after the interim deal is signed.—
Arsalan Shahla,
Fortune,
13 June 2026
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One ingredient now gaining major attention in skincare and longevity circles is GHK-Cu, a copper peptide that supporters claim may help the body regenerate more effectively and reduce visible signs of aging.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
13 June 2026
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Considering his impact on electronic music, hearing Vince say that his original musical influence was acoustic guitar-and-vocal folk is a little unexpected, but not far-fetched.—
Lily Moayeri,
SPIN,
17 June 2026
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For most of my life, building those relationships and hearing those stories has been a crucial part of my education.—
Cody Two Bears,
Rolling Stone,
17 June 2026
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When the action returned, Germany found their rhythm and ended up winning 7-1.—
Tom Burrows,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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Perhaps the most intriguing situation this summer surrounds the Florida Panthers, who missed the playoffs after winning back-to-back championships.—
Stephen Whyno,
Chicago Tribune,
16 June 2026
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“Realizing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/realizing. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.
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