as in comforting
making one feel good inside
the college student had a fulfilling job tutoring inner-city youths
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as in satisfying
to do what is required by the terms of
the football player must remain with the team one more year to fulfill his contract
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as in accomplishing
to carry through (as a process) to completion
you have fulfilled your duties most admirably
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Recent Examples of fulfilling
Baltimore Sun Staff, Baltimore Sun, 10 Oct. 2024
Though Charles moves into Pacific View to smoke out the thief, Schur presents an ecosystem of distinct characters who have made fulfilling lives for themselves in this building.
—Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 21 Nov. 2024
Frank Witsil, Detroit Free Press, 6 Dec. 2024
Any creative medium is a legitimate and fulfilling philosophical outlet, from a painting to a poem to a lively and thought-provoking conversation with a colleague or client.
—Theodore McDarrah, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
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Even more fulfilling — getting to see a project finished.
—Baltimore Sun Staff, Baltimore Sun, 10 Oct. 2024
Though Charles moves into Pacific View to smoke out the thief, Schur presents an ecosystem of distinct characters who have made fulfilling lives for themselves in this building.
—Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 21 Nov. 2024
Verb
The burial with full military honors also illustrates how far medical and forensic science has progressed and how committed America is to fulfilling a simple — but fundamental — promise rooted in the political philosophy of its Founding Fathers.
—Frank Witsil, Detroit Free Press, 6 Dec. 2024
Any creative medium is a legitimate and fulfilling philosophical outlet, from a painting to a poem to a lively and thought-provoking conversation with a colleague or client.
—Theodore McDarrah, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
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The agency’s new model is at the forefront of marketing innovation, but its values also contribute to satisfying outcomes.Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
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Marketers have always focused on first satisfying functional needs before moving on to emotional ones.Billee Howard, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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Yet Thompson saw what Mckee’s congregation was accomplishing and saw the potential for the police department to collaborate with churches on crime prevention.David Clarey, Journal Sentinel, 3 Dec. 2024
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In the center of the bash, Entertainment 360’s Ryan Tunick and Gersh’s Gaby Cohen were giving each other credit for accomplishing longtime goals of securing a spot on the list during the same year.Chris Gardner, The Hollywood Reporter, 21 Nov. 2024
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Model healthy boundaries by setting expectations for email response times, limiting after-hours communications, and encouraging time off.Stephen Sokoler, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
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Although overall inflation has picked up, the details have been more encouraging for Fed officials looking for a pullback.Paul Davidson, USA TODAY, 16 Dec. 2024
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The pair have been keeping busy since the election.Melissa Cruz, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
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The show moves briskly and steadily, keeping to the plot and not pausing for ceremony.Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 11 Dec. 2024
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The goal of a successful exit includes financial gain, strategic transition, and achieving personal goals.Melissa Houston, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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As healthcare providers and suppliers position themselves to succeed in the race to value, their ability to utilize data and advanced technology will determine their success in navigating this complex landscape and achieving sustainable growth.Premier Contributor, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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However, in such situations, Ward encourages people to accept the gift graciously and acknowledge the gift giver for their thoughtfulness, which is rewarding on both sides.Julianna Bragg, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
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The stock market rally still has room to run, but 2025 will not be as rewarding to investors as the prior two years, according to Fundstrat’s Tom Lee.Jesse Pound, CNBC, 11 Dec. 2024
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The spectacle will mark Bey’s first time performing since the release of her Billboard 200-topping album Cowboy Carter.Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 11 Dec. 2024
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These robots will be capable of performing tasks like cleaning, cooking and offering personalized assistance.Expert Panel®, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Building and growing teams is enormously gratifying.Jack McCullough, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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For the Franklin family, the Rose Estate’s revival has been especially gratifying.Brian McCollum, Detroit Free Press, 1 Dec. 2024
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“Fulfilling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fulfilling. Accessed 24 Dec. 2024.
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