as in realization
the state of being actual or complete when she landed the lead in a Broadway play, a lifelong dream was brought to fruition

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Recent Examples of fruition There will be many wanting this to come to fruition in April, including Shedeur's dad and Colorado head coach Deion Sanders. Gavino Borquez, Newsweek, 8 Dec. 2024 While Variety reported that a deal was close to fruition, one very important figure appears unsatisfied where things stand. Andrew Marchand, The Athletic, 4 Dec. 2024 If Trump’s threats come to fruition, automakers are expected to be among the hardest hit. William Gavin, Quartz, 3 Dec. 2024 Some allies suggest the tariff plan may never actually come to fruition and that Trump is threatening the levies mainly to try to force a chance of policy from other nations. Niall Stanage, The Hill, 29 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for fruition 
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Noun
  • The present agreement between Ethiopia and Somaliland directly defies the realization of these goals.
    Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Elton John discusses how Reginald Dwight became Elton John, and his realization years later that overhauling his persona had left him feeling empty inside, in this exclusive clip from his upcoming interview on Good Morning America.
    Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 10 Dec. 2024
Noun
  • Completing small segments provides a sense of accomplishment and divides a larger project into a series of smaller subsets that can be completed along the way.
    Allen Kopelman, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
  • Banuelos, 35, often praises Hadid via social media for her hard work and accomplishments in the riding world.
    Angel Saunders, People.com, 17 Dec. 2024
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  • The scale of their achievement doesn’t stop there, either.
    Lela London, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
  • Others say there are opportunities for even greater achievements.
    Dina Kraft, The Christian Science Monitor, 12 Dec. 2024
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  • During this time, Katie developed a deep understanding of how branding can influence a business’s success.
    Grace Butler, USA TODAY, 12 Dec. 2024
  • By Theresa Iker / Made by History December 12, 2024 4:00 PM EST Donald Trump’s success with men—especially Latino men and young white men—has caused handwringing among Democrats.
    Theresa Iker / Made by History, TIME, 12 Dec. 2024
Noun
  • Friedman's refreshingly honest answers about her own celibacy challenge the conventional notions of fulfillment and happiness.
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 17 Dec. 2024
  • The surge in Bible sales suggests that people are seeking solace, security, and perhaps even spiritual fulfillment—all of which are the tangible value propositions of the church.
    Dr. Marcus Collins, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024

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“Fruition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fruition. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.

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