realized

Example Sentences

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For the first time, Havens realized he wanted to be someone’s life partner.

From Slate • May 2, 2026

When he realized his name and photo were being misused, he alerted the FBI and FTC.

From Salon • May 2, 2026

“Once we talked, we realized we actually all had common goals and objectives,” said Medina, who lives in unincorporated Whittier.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

In interviews, my colleagues and I heard people recount the moment they realized their marriage was over and the anxiety of a retirement they never expected to navigate alone.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

I think it was in that moment that I realized that even though I’ve always been okay with being just Lexie, his friend, now I think I want to be Lexie, without the just.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam