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as in production
the act or instance of producing something
Our economy relies on the generation of new ideas. The organization has turned its focus toward the generation of solar energy.
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as in variety
a group or class of things that are developed from an earlier type
The automaker is set to release the newest generation of electric vehicles.
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Recent Examples of generation
Mahjong, invented in 19th century China, is gaining popularity with a new generation of players looking to get off their phones and socialize in the real world.
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Jason Ma, Fortune, 7 Sep. 2025
That moment of recognition became the foundation for a career that would leave an imprint on generations to come.
—Tereza Shkurtaj, PEOPLE, 7 Sep. 2025
That shift set the stage for iPhone generations to come.
—Lisa Eadicicco, CNN Money, 7 Sep. 2025
Riviera Plaza, a strip mall within walking distance from the University of Miami, once boasted a movie theater open for generations.
—Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 31 Aug. 2025
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Jason Ma, Fortune, 7 Sep. 2025
That moment of recognition became the foundation for a career that would leave an imprint on generations to come.
—Tereza Shkurtaj, PEOPLE, 7 Sep. 2025
That shift set the stage for iPhone generations to come.
—Lisa Eadicicco, CNN Money, 7 Sep. 2025
Riviera Plaza, a strip mall within walking distance from the University of Miami, once boasted a movie theater open for generations.
—Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 31 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for generation
Noun
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Seconds after the anchors thanked Pulte for appearing and handed things off to Squawk on the Street, the production crew were tearing down the set and prepping for the opening bell.—
Alex Weprin,
HollywoodReporter,
9 Sep. 2025
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Butler is best known for co-founding Cultivate Entertainment Partners, a management and production company launched to champion underrepresented voices in the BIPOC and international creative communities.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
9 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Eating a wide variety of nutrient-rich foods helps maintain a balanced gut microbiome.—
Abby Norman,
Verywell Health,
9 Sep. 2025
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Forbes publishes a variety of rankings, including the best employers and the richest people.—
Eleanor Nash,
Kansas City Star,
9 Sep. 2025
Noun
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What was meant to be a moment of silence for Kirk on the floor of the House of Representatives on Wednesday evening soon gave way to flashes of a vitriolic political divide that would escalate in the aftermath of the 31-year-old’s death.—
Chad de Guzman,
Time,
11 Sep. 2025
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Despite lacking any legal education or experience, Routh dismissed his lawyers earlier this year and intends to defend himself at trial.—
Peter Charalambous,
ABC News,
11 Sep. 2025
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The creation of Anglo Teck could be the spark for Glencore and Rio Tinto to restart their negotiations and for BHP to step up its hunt for copper expansion deals.—
Tim Treadgold,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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The creation of this content included the use of AI based on templates created, reviewed and edited by journalists in the newsroom.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
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In May, for instance, the Department of Education discontinued Biden-era grants worth $1 billion aimed at improving mental health services in schools, saying the programs were not advancing administration priorities.—
Oren Oppenheim,
ABC News,
9 Sep. 2025
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After all, scallops were a key element in Queen Anne and Victorian era designs from the 18th and 19th centuries, respectively.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Bright said health care and economic development are also high on his list of priorities.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
6 Sep. 2025
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That the Chiefs could hardly bother Herbert without blitzing — and often not even then — was the most alarming development of the night for KC.—
Blair Kerkhoff,
Kansas City Star,
6 Sep. 2025
Noun
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That's the beauty — and the challenge — of the category.—
Jackie Fields,
PEOPLE,
9 Sep. 2025
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Two neighbors are likely experiencing much wider differences in inflation than the differences when looking at categories like age or race.—
Susan Tompor,
USA Today,
9 Sep. 2025
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Having entered the final period maintaining the 17-3 lead, the game concluded with the Tar Heels securing a 20-3 victory.—
Kelsie Gibson,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
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Someone else who walks over 28,000 steps a day and stands on their feet for long periods of time attested to the shoe’s durability.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Sep. 2025
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“Generation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/generation. Accessed 13 Sep. 2025.
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