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
The realization was emotional as the two had developed a tight bond.
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Angela Andaloro, People.com, 3 June 2025
Perhaps this realization can lead to a wider sense of wonder about the world, and of grace.
—Rabbi David Steinhardt, Sun Sentinel, 28 May 2025
As the realization sets in that they have been reunited forever, Janine is overwhelmed and grateful.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 26 May 2025
The realization of Johnson's escape prompted a lockdown at the jail and a search that lasted until around 3 a.m. Friday morning, according to Sticker.
—Mirna Alsharif, NBC news, 24 May 2025
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Angela Andaloro, People.com, 3 June 2025
Perhaps this realization can lead to a wider sense of wonder about the world, and of grace.
—Rabbi David Steinhardt, Sun Sentinel, 28 May 2025
As the realization sets in that they have been reunited forever, Janine is overwhelmed and grateful.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 26 May 2025
The realization of Johnson's escape prompted a lockdown at the jail and a search that lasted until around 3 a.m. Friday morning, according to Sticker.
—Mirna Alsharif, NBC news, 24 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for realization
Recent Examples of Synonyms for realization
Noun
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Among his more recent accomplishments was introducing a rock band element to the music program about five years ago.—
Janice Neumann,
Chicago Tribune,
8 June 2025
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Historians often describe Flammarion more as a popularizer than a serious scientist, but this should not diminish his accomplishments.—
Matthew Shindell,
The Conversation,
6 June 2025
Noun
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Her hard work and achievements paid off when, in 1983, Louisiana State University Medical Center hired her to become the nation’s first woman to lead a cardiovascular surgery division.—
Jan Goldsmith,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 June 2025
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But the fact that the series is able to return after a decade away (give or take Candace Against the Universe) and still feel like itself is a remarkable achievement.—
Alan Sepinwall,
Rolling Stone,
5 June 2025
Noun
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But creating space that brings in any sort of fulfillment can usher in new, exciting energy.—
Monica Haider,
CNN Money,
6 June 2025
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Another app store isn’t replacing the app store—a new logic of fulfillment is replacing it.—
Jason Snyder,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
Noun
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Such a gradual approach to the moon does not, however, guarantee landing success.—
Jackie Wattles,
CNN Money,
4 June 2025
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The president recognizes them as engines of regional prosperity whose success directly benefits American industry.—
Jason D. Greenblatt,
semafor.com,
4 June 2025
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“Realization.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/realization. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.
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