full circle
adverbDefinition of full circle
: through a series of developments that lead back to the original source, position, or situation or to a complete reversal of the original position
—usually used in the phrase come full circle
Examples of full circle in a Sentence
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But if Philly Beer Week is an opportunity to celebrate our love of local beer craft, this is one beer cheese that brings it all full circle. — Craig Laban, https://www.inquirer.com, "A local cheese made with beer, just in time for Philly Loves Beer week," 5 June 2019 Beams of light from the golden orb shine full circle into the blue sky above and casting a bright ray of light onto a tranquil Lake Jennings below. — San Diego Union-Tribune, "Helix Water District honors top Lake Jennings-inspired shutterbugs," 4 July 2019 Kadri’s hockey world will come full circle Dec. 4 when the Avalanche travels to face the Maple Leafs in Toronto. — Kyle Fredrickson, The Denver Post, "Avalanche’s Nazem Kadri relishes fresh start after decade with Maple Leafs," 2 July 2019 In the last few years, my relationship with my father came full circle. — Vikram Zutshi, Quartz India, "Why do abusive men (and the women who support them) behave the way they do?," 19 July 2019 With Kendall stepping out in one of the brand's creations, things have come full circle. — Erica Gonzales, Harper's BAZAAR, "Kendall Jenner Wore a Tiny, Sparkly Minidress That Costs $57," 12 July 2019 Things do come full circle, and the circle keeps on turning, a tradition passed down through the years, through the decades, a torch that keeps on burning. — Rory Smith, New York Times, "Stars and Stripes (and Wins) Forever," 7 July 2019 Jonas's brother, Nick, and his wife Priyanka Chopra also attended this year's Met Gala, a full circle moment after meeting at the event back in 2017. — Abby Gardner, Glamour, "Sophie Turner and Joe Jonas Wore Matching Outfits for Their First Red Carpet as a Married Couple," 7 May 2019 Commissioner Jo Ann Hardesty has appointed Sara Boone as Portland’s fire chief, bringing Boone full circle from becoming the city’s first African American woman firefighter in 1995 to its first African American chief. — oregonlive.com, "Commissioner Jo Ann Hardesty appoints Portland’s first African American fire chief," 13 June 2019These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'full circle.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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