realize
verb (used with object)
to grasp or understand clearly.
realizing
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present participleof realize.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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It may be that you’re on something of a high, realizing that life is short, and a Porsche is something that would bring you joy.
From MarketWatch ● Nov. 4, 2026
Meanwhile, many tech companies are realizing that AI could shift customers away from other parts of their business that are more profitable.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 30, 2026
It’s impossible to watch one, let alone all three, without realizing that Schoenbrun has a lot on their mind, sometimes too much for a single film to bear.
From Salon ● Oct. 29, 2026
Luz Marte, a 38-year-old lab technician, bought her house a year ago, without realizing the site was a data center.
From Barron's ● Oct. 26, 2026
Even though I’ve always been a fan of how big Autumn’s yard is, I’m now realizing how inconvenient it is when chasing a tiny primate.
From "Kwame Crashes the Underworld" by Craig Kofi Farmer
