realizing (B1)
verb
Pronunciation: /ˈriːəlaɪzɪŋ/
Definition
Becoming aware of something, or understanding a situation, fact, or problem.
Examples
He was realizing the difficulty of the task ahead.
I'm realizing that I need to study harder for the exam.
How to Use realizing
- realizing that (collocation)
- Becoming aware of a fact or situation. — "She was realizing that he wasn't going to change."
- realizing the importance of (collocation)
- Understanding how significant something is. — "They are realizing the importance of saving money for retirement."
- realizing a dream (collocation)
- Achieving a long-held aspiration. — "He spent years working towards realizing his dream of opening a restaurant."
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