- present tense form of realize (3rd person singular).
realizes
Example Sentences
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“Maybe at first it felt Big Brotherish, but my mom realizes now that she needs to hand this over to me.”
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 6, 2026
“Every Republican I’m aware of realizes this year requires a full commitment, in terms of time, effort, resources,” Mackowack said.
From Salon ● Sep. 18, 2026
There are moments in life when one realizes one has accidentally become an unpaid educational resource for highly remunerated people.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 11, 2026
It says the deal realizes value for the asset and removes risks related to operating in Papua New Guinea.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 10, 2026
She wonders if the news crew up above even realizes the hope they’re shattering by their mere presence here.
From "Dry" by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman
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