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 Today is Martin Luther King Jr. Day, a holiday that Coretta Scott King worked tirelessly to bring to fruition. Brea Baker, refinery29.com, 20 Jan. 2025 There were rumors Hooker was going to face Conor McGregor at some point in 2025, but like almost every rumor associated with the latter, nothing came to fruition. Brian Mazique, Forbes, 20 Jan. 2025 Many voters and undocumented immigrants will be watching to see if Trump's promises come to fruition. Justin Gest, Newsweek, 20 Jan. 2025 Some of the economic and job gains have been immediate, and others will come to fruition during the coming years. Alicia Wallace, CNN, 19 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for fruition 
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Noun
  • Resistance in the Andes The realization that the pathogen first came out of the Andes Mountains has brought attention to the possibility of pathogen resistance existing in the region.
    Jack Knudson, Discover Magazine, 24 Jan. 2025
  • This realization became the foundation for Slick Chicks.
    Cheryl Robinson, Forbes, 24 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • The Florida Panthers’ captain has had numerous milestones, accomplishments and honors over the course of his 12-season NHL career — most notably winning his first-ever Stanley Cup last season.
    Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 17 Jan. 2025
  • Some doubted Musk’s other questionable gaming accomplishments, such as his claim to be one of the best players in the world at Diablo 4.
    Dani Di Placido, Forbes, 17 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • 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
  • Keep track of your major accomplishments and milestones to reference during performance reviews, and continually communicate your achievements.
    Jack Kelly, Forbes, 24 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • Focus Features Gory and gruesome, The Substance was never a shoo-in for mainstream success.
    Megan McCluskey, TIME, 23 Jan. 2025
  • Following the success of Le Lion Rouge, which has already become a landmark stay in Rougemont since its opening last spring, Chalet Saanen has similarly begun attracting a new wave of design enthusiasts to Saanan.
    Monica Mendal, Vogue, 23 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • This means that strategic wealth management has an overview of personal fulfillment and is not focused solely on making as much money as possible from your investments.
    Francis Gingras Roy, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025
  • Many retirees find fulfillment in giving back to their communities.
    John Mac Ghlionn, Newsweek, 14 Jan. 2025

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“Fruition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fruition. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.

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