next-generation
adjective
next-gen·er·a·tion
ˈnekst-ˌje-nə-ˈrā-shən 
variants
or less commonly next generation
: of or relating to a potential, forthcoming, or brand-new version of an existing product or technology : next-gen
The older hardware companies don't have the field to themselves. They're being challenged by waves of start-ups with next-generation technology.—
Bethany McLean
Bethany McLeanThe finding has added fuel to a long-standing dispute over the Navy's next-generation sonar technology—a system that environmentalists say poses grave risks to marine mammals.—David Kohn
David KohnMr. [Lewis] Dale [General Motor's director of public policy] said the world's largest automaker spent $1 billion on electric vehicle and fuel cell research and prototype production in the past decade. He said GM doesn't want to make just 50,000 next generation vehicles, but rather sell millions.—Mike Pare
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These results could pave the way for more efficient and durable solar tower systems, a cornerstone of next-generation renewable energy infrastructure.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 4 Nov. 2025
The station's successor will come from the private industry, as several companies are working on designs for next-generation space outposts.
—Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 4 Nov. 2025
The synergy between fashion weeks and Singles’ Day — between high fashion and high traffic — is becoming the hallmark of China’s next-generation brand strategy.
—Li Jun, Footwear News, 2 Nov. 2025
The British automaker’s managing director, Rawdon Glover, confirmed to ABC News earlier this week that company’s eagerly anticipated next-generation EV will no longer debut this year.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 31 Oct. 2025
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Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 4 Nov. 2025
The station's successor will come from the private industry, as several companies are working on designs for next-generation space outposts.
—Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 4 Nov. 2025
The synergy between fashion weeks and Singles’ Day — between high fashion and high traffic — is becoming the hallmark of China’s next-generation brand strategy.
—Li Jun, Footwear News, 2 Nov. 2025
The British automaker’s managing director, Rawdon Glover, confirmed to ABC News earlier this week that company’s eagerly anticipated next-generation EV will no longer debut this year.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 31 Oct. 2025
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“Next-generation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/next-generation. Accessed 6 Nov. 2025.
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