A growing realization of the risk involved.
The victory was the realization of a whole year's work.
Word: "realization"
different meanings

This liquid will soften your laundry.
Soften the butter before beating in the sugar.
Word: "soften"
the same meaning

Play sports.
Pele played for the Brazilian teams in many important matches.
Word: "play"
the same meaning

Strike a balance.
Strike a bargain.
Word: "strike"
the same meaning