full circle

American  

noun

1. to the original place, source, or state through a cycle of developments (usually used in the phrasecome full circle ).

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Etymology

Origin of full circle

1875–80, for literal sense

Example Sentences

As fate would have it, the location for our interview has brought Russell full circle.

From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026

Now, seven years later, Owens’ story has come full circle.

From Salon • Apr. 4, 2026

"It feels like we've come full circle," Robert Faison said.

From Barron's • Mar. 10, 2026

Life, Jeffrey said, has a funny way of coming full circle.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 9, 2026

I turned a full circle, looking for her or Thalia and Grover.

From "The Titan's Curse" by Rick Riordan