realized

Example Sentences

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She quickly realized her biggest asset—her last name—was also her largest liability.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

We realized this is going to be bigger than we ever thought.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

Susan Bianco, 87, of Lancaster, first realized her hearing was changing when conversations became more difficult.

From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 2026

Keeton now holds around 11,000 shares of Rocket Lab; brokerage records viewed by MarketWatch show that Keeton has realized over $3 million in Rocket Lab gains.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

Finally I realized that they were calling for bedpans.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom