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
Each of these people played a significant role in bringing the project to fruition, with Trace and Parker providing their services at no charge.
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Letters To The Editor, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Feb. 2025
But that won’t come to fruition, at least not with Williams.
—Khobi Price, Orange County Register, 9 Feb. 2025
Should the tariffs come to fruition, many businesses will feel the effects, especially small businesses who may have less leverage, Kress said.
—Mars King, Twin Cities, 9 Feb. 2025
Last week, months of reporting by our own Sam Amick came to fruition as the Sacramento Kings became open to trading their franchise point guard, De’Aaron Fox.
—Zach Harper, The Athletic, 3 Feb. 2025
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Letters To The Editor, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Feb. 2025
But that won’t come to fruition, at least not with Williams.
—Khobi Price, Orange County Register, 9 Feb. 2025
Should the tariffs come to fruition, many businesses will feel the effects, especially small businesses who may have less leverage, Kress said.
—Mars King, Twin Cities, 9 Feb. 2025
Last week, months of reporting by our own Sam Amick came to fruition as the Sacramento Kings became open to trading their franchise point guard, De’Aaron Fox.
—Zach Harper, The Athletic, 3 Feb. 2025
See all Example Sentences for fruition
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fruition
Noun
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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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Edward is paralyzed by the realization that shedding your skin, your name, and your history isn’t transformation but a futile disavowal.—
Angelica Jade Bastién,
Vulture,
12 Feb. 2025
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Augustine suggests creating a longer base resume that lists every skill, accomplishment and added value.—
Bailey Schulz,
USA TODAY,
11 Feb. 2025
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That is the kind of talk someone celebrating the accomplishment of playing at the Super Bowl would say on that stage.—
Jason Jones,
The Athletic,
9 Feb. 2025
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In just three weeks the largest celebration of filmmaking achievements will be held, the Oscars.—
Greta Cross,
USA TODAY,
18 Feb. 2025
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The band followed the Rumble with another unlikely achievement, winning 2024 Country Artist of the Year at the Boston Music Awards.—
Jed Gottlieb,
Boston Herald,
16 Feb. 2025
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Perhaps some of that success could be attributed to good, aggressive, but clean racing on Saturday night.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
16 Feb. 2025
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The success of similar venues on Chicago’s lakefront, such as those at North Beach, demonstrates the potential impact.—
Melody Winston,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Feb. 2025
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Often, spending on gifts or experiencing the satisfaction of giving provides a sense of relief and fulfillment.—
Kristan Hawkins,
Newsweek,
6 Feb. 2025
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With Shop Pay, customers are able to finalize orders quicker and with our implementation of Shopify Plus and Shopify POS, customers are able to access more inventory through omnichannel fulfillment.—
Alexandra Pastore,
WWD,
5 Feb. 2025
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“Fruition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fruition. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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