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
Plus, after navigating complicated love triangles, Kitty comes to some new realizations about her feelings — leading to a twist ending that leaves many things unsaid while also hinting at her fate.
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Jordana Comiter, People.com, 18 Jan. 2025
Lynch submerged this abject political realization in the practice of surrealist art.
—Armond White, National Review, 17 Jan. 2025
Murakami spoke with Sasaki on that visit, not only about the realization of Sasaki’s major-league dream, but about how his dreams have continued to grow.
—Stephen J. Nesbitt, The Athletic, 14 Jan. 2025
In this manner, investors are deferring the realization of big gains in their tech stocks into early 2025, rather than incurring them at the tail end of last year.
—Jesse Pound, CNBC, 14 Jan. 2025
See all Example Sentences for realization 
Jordana Comiter, People.com, 18 Jan. 2025
Lynch submerged this abject political realization in the practice of surrealist art.
—Armond White, National Review, 17 Jan. 2025
Murakami spoke with Sasaki on that visit, not only about the realization of Sasaki’s major-league dream, but about how his dreams have continued to grow.
—Stephen J. Nesbitt, The Athletic, 14 Jan. 2025
In this manner, investors are deferring the realization of big gains in their tech stocks into early 2025, rather than incurring them at the tail end of last year.
—Jesse Pound, CNBC, 14 Jan. 2025
See all Example Sentences for realization
Recent Examples of Synonyms for realization
Noun
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At the ripe age of 71, Gordon winning a Grammy would be a thrilling add to her long list of unexpected accomplishments.—
Madison Bloom,
Pitchfork,
29 Jan. 2025
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Jimmy Fallon can officially add Broadway to his list of accomplishments!—
Dave Quinn,
People.com,
29 Jan. 2025
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Keep track of your major accomplishments and milestones to reference during performance reviews, and continually communicate your achievements.—
Jack Kelly,
Forbes,
24 Jan. 2025
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The Academy’s efforts to maintain its traditions, even in the face of unexpected challenges, reflect its commitment to honoring the artistry and achievements of cinema.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
24 Jan. 2025
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According to Global News Canada, in 2024, the retailer ditched its plans to open a new, 57,000-square foot fulfillment center in the province early this year; it was slated to spend $100 million on the now-vacant facility, which would have created more than 200 jobs.—
Meghan Hall,
Sourcing Journal,
23 Jan. 2025
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Critics on both sides of the aisle have tried to cut through bureaucratic red tape in the past, but historically, officials of both parties and the general public have accepted the administrative state as indispensable to the fulfillment of public needs.—
Russell Muirhead,
Foreign Affairs,
23 Jan. 2025
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Focus Features Gory and gruesome, The Substance was never a shoo-in for mainstream success.—
Megan McCluskey,
TIME,
23 Jan. 2025
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For better or worse, the author brand has become as integral to literary success as the writing itself.—
JD Barker,
Rolling Stone,
23 Jan. 2025
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“Realization.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/realization. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.
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