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
That realization didn’t come until December of 2023.
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Victoria Uwumarogie, Essence, 26 Feb. 2025
The trial was, of course, prompting the men to come to exactly this kind of realization.
—Katie Ebner-Landy, The New Yorker, 22 Feb. 2025
These days, she’s come to the realization that her community needs to turn to a different sort of medicine.
—Catherine E. Shoichet, CNN, 20 Feb. 2025
Their journey was one of realization—that sometimes, the person you’re meant to be with has been by your side all along.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 14 Feb. 2025
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Victoria Uwumarogie, Essence, 26 Feb. 2025
The trial was, of course, prompting the men to come to exactly this kind of realization.
—Katie Ebner-Landy, The New Yorker, 22 Feb. 2025
These days, she’s come to the realization that her community needs to turn to a different sort of medicine.
—Catherine E. Shoichet, CNN, 20 Feb. 2025
Their journey was one of realization—that sometimes, the person you’re meant to be with has been by your side all along.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 14 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for realization
Recent Examples of Synonyms for realization
Noun
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By granting autonomy and ownership over tasks, employees can better manage stress and enhance their sense of accomplishment and contentment.—
Wayne Yu,
Forbes,
6 Mar. 2025
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President Trump, in his 2025 address to the joint session of Congress, on March 4, 2025, sought to highlight the accomplishments of the opening weeks of his second administration.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
5 Mar. 2025
Noun
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This esteemed award honors the Monegasque chef’s culinary achievements over an illustrious career.—
Spencer Whaley,
Forbes,
1 Mar. 2025
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The 18th annual Women in Film Oscars party celebrated the achievements of the 65 women nominated at the 97th annual awards.—
Jazz Tangcay,
Variety,
1 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Consider factory floors, call centers, retail fulfillment centers and hospitality services.—
Michael Engle,
Forbes,
5 Mar. 2025
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Jessica Weiss is a keynote speaker and executive coach who teaches people and businesses how to find more happiness, fulfillment and satisfaction at work.—
Jessica Weiss, Contributor,
CNBC,
1 Mar. 2025
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Wambaugh chose next to delve into nonfiction, enjoying his greatest success in 1973 with The Onion Field.—
Chris Koseluk,
The Hollywood Reporter,
28 Feb. 2025
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Goldstein had to show, among other things, a substantial likelihood of success on the merits and a substantial threat of irreparable injury (meaning the kind of injury monetary damages can’t remedy).—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
28 Feb. 2025
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“Realization.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/realization. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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