full circle

adverb

: through a series of developments that lead back to the original source, position, or situation or to a complete reversal of the original position

—usually used in the phrase come full circle

Examples of full circle in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

While Bloodworth’s story is brought full circle in Final Destination Bloodlines, the film doesn’t bring the Final Destination story as a whole full circle, the directors said. —Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 17 June 2025

The image perfectly represented the idea of the two coming full circle, Kev says. —Ben Crandell, Sun Sentinel, 17 June 2025

Santa Fe Christian recently announced the return of alumni Graham Saber as head coach of the boys water polo team — a full circle moment for the former standout athlete whose journey began at SFC. —News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 June 2025

Interestingly, the character Badgley played on Gossip Girl was a finalist for the Young Lions Award, which made for a meta, full circle moment. —James Folta, Literary Hub, 13 June 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1878, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for full circle

• cercle
• encircle
• tubercle
• preopercle
• semicircle