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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
Trump’s imposition of the highest tariffs in generations shocked the world in April, triggering extreme volatility on Wall Street.
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Yun Li, CNBC, 30 June 2025
The celebrated Scottish film and screen actor, who was regarded as one of the brightest lights of his generation, died at the age of 40 from AIDS in 1990, and asked that the cause of his death be publicized to promote awareness and acceptance of the illness.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 30 June 2025
Erivo has earned her place among this generation's best vocalists (if not a spot among the best vocalists in history).
—Maureen Lee Lenker Published, EW.com, 30 June 2025
Apple Silicon changed that equation entirely, and generation after generation, its M-series chips get more capable.
—Luke Larsen, Wired News, 30 June 2025
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Yun Li, CNBC, 30 June 2025
The celebrated Scottish film and screen actor, who was regarded as one of the brightest lights of his generation, died at the age of 40 from AIDS in 1990, and asked that the cause of his death be publicized to promote awareness and acceptance of the illness.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 30 June 2025
Erivo has earned her place among this generation's best vocalists (if not a spot among the best vocalists in history).
—Maureen Lee Lenker Published, EW.com, 30 June 2025
Apple Silicon changed that equation entirely, and generation after generation, its M-series chips get more capable.
—Luke Larsen, Wired News, 30 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for generation
Noun
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In addition to its classical theater repertoire, which includes production work at Yale Rep, the school has added classes that focus on camerawork and self-taping.—
Caitlin Huston,
HollywoodReporter,
23 June 2025
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Pic is being produced by Randy Wayne and Talia Bella under their production company Rebellium Films (40 Dates and 40 Nights) alongside Zara and his production company Ghost Bunni, in association with arts charity Art of Elysium, EB Studios, and producer Daniel Hall.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
23 June 2025
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So unless Guerin has something unforeseen up his sleeve to add a center via trade, their best option could be in Tuesday’s opening of free agency, though the options remaining there aren’t exactly of the top-six variety.—
Michael Russo,
New York Times,
28 June 2025
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Other varieties provide additional design elements such as interesting bark, colorful fruits, and fabulous fall foliage to enhance the garden all year long.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
27 June 2025
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Castle, selected fourth overall by the San Antonio Spurs last year, and Andre Drummond, picked ninth by the Detroit Pistons in 2012, are the program’s only other one-and-dones.—
Joe Arruda,
Hartford Courant,
26 June 2025
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Orlando, however, still had the opportunity to find roster help Wednesday night during the first round, even if the franchise was making its pick later in the evening than in years past.—
Jason Beede,
The Orlando Sentinel,
26 June 2025
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The drink menu demonstrates the same elevated approach as the food, with creations like the oxtail old-fashioned, where whiskey is marinated with actual oxtails for over a day to create unprecedented flavor pairings.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
26 June 2025
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The new model is the company’s most extreme creation yet—but remains street-legal.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
26 June 2025
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In an era when wingers are routinely fielded on the opposite flank to their strongest foot, Johanna Rytting Kaneryd feels like something of a throwback as a right-footed right-winger.—
Michael Cox,
New York Times,
30 June 2025
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Consider the era when Android updates were undeniably exciting—a time when the addition of screenshots could be a headlining feature (Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich) or when Google finally figured out how to keep runaway apps from killing your battery (Android 6.0 Marshmallow).—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
30 June 2025
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However, San Jose has struggled to keep pace, with the city failing to see a single construction start last year for market-rate multi-family developments over 20 units, making the Pleasant Hills project a potential bonus should it be constructed.—
Devan Patel,
Mercury News,
28 June 2025
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The development was spearheaded by Frederick Long and Laneé Nicole, local real estate professionals, and developer David Sutor.—
Maya Wilkins,
Chicago Tribune,
28 June 2025
Noun
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The reigning brand champion in the category is Johnnie Walker, which has dominated global whiskey sales throughout the 21st Century.—
Brad Japhe,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2025
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Fall purchases As fall rolled around, fresh fruit and vegetables continued to dominate in the groceries category while trending items changed to reflect seasonal celebrations.—
Eleanor Pringle,
Fortune,
21 June 2025
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While many sellers have decided to stop waiting for mortgage rates to come down to sell their properties, many buyers are being kept on the sidelines by high prices and monthly payments, and are leaving those listings sitting idle on the market for increasingly long periods of time.—
Giulia Carbonaro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 June 2025
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The team is currently owned by the Buss family, which ESPN reports will maintain a 15% share for an unspecified period of time.—
Megan Poinski,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2025
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“Generation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/generation. Accessed 5 Jul. 2025.
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