full circle
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of full circle
1875–80, for literal sense
Example Sentences
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It would be ironic indeed if the Metcalfe’s Law model were to help bitcoin come full circle to what its supporters originally intended it to be.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026
The deal is a full circle of sorts for the Murdoch family.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026
In a full circle moment, these photo shoots took place at 18th Street Arts Center, the longtime home to High Performance.
From Los Angeles Times • May 5, 2026
Fate comes full circle, and we can either ride its wave or struggle against it.
From Salon • May 1, 2026
To continue spreading our message, we’ve planned a trip to Europe that will bring our literary journey full circle.
From "The Freedom Writers Diary" by The Freedom Writers
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