1
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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2
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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3
as in year
the length of time between the birth of parents and the birth of their children
She has been at the job for a generation, and is seen as a motherly figure to her younger coworkers.
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Recent Examples of generation
As was reaffirmed in court this morning, birthright citizenship is a foundational American principle that has strengthened our communities, our families, and our whole country for generations.
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Dan Gooding, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 May 2025
For families like my own, who have made a living from farming work for generations, food is a ritual.
—Cat Sposato, AFAR Media, 15 May 2025
The Pub is the last vestige of a previous era, and a thread for multiple generations.
—Mac Engel
may 15, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 May 2025
Since Netflix has it again, there's another resurgence of a different generation [watching Lost].
—EW.com, 15 May 2025
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Dan Gooding, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 May 2025
For families like my own, who have made a living from farming work for generations, food is a ritual.
—Cat Sposato, AFAR Media, 15 May 2025
The Pub is the last vestige of a previous era, and a thread for multiple generations.
—Mac Engel
may 15, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 May 2025
Since Netflix has it again, there's another resurgence of a different generation [watching Lost].
—EW.com, 15 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for generation
Noun
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The upside to shooting in Ireland versus other places including Georgia is that a feature production doesn’t have to fight to obtain the credit after the picture is locked.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
18 May 2025
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This would all happen even if the Reconciliation bill increases U.S. oil and gas production and fossil fuel prices decline.—
Forbes.com,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2025
Noun
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Its adaptable, low-profile design fits into a variety of spaces without the bulk of traditional units.—
Jon Stojan,
USA Today,
10 May 2025
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The commission currently helps cover rent for around 17,000 households through a variety of programs, all of which are federally funded.—
Blake Nelson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 May 2025
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And he's done some amazing work in the last few years.—
Jack Smart,
People.com,
21 May 2025
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The mother-and-son duo hadn't seen each other in two years while he'd been stationed in Europe.—
Emlyn Travis Published,
EW.com,
20 May 2025
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Not particularly – especially compared to some of Bond No. 9’s more artistic creations.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
9 May 2025
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Enacted in 2019, Local Law 97 mandates emissions-reduction investments across the city’s buildings sector that, when implemented, will likely spark more new job creation than any other part of the green economy.—
Jonathan Bowles,
New York Daily News,
9 May 2025
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The Department of Energy was born out of a fear in the 1970s that America was entering an era of energy scarcity and that government action was necessary to mitigate that risk.—
Jack Spencer,
Boston Herald,
13 May 2025
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The plot has been kept under wraps, but in the trailer for the film, news coverage and social media posts revisit the chaotic pandemic era, from reports tracking the virus’ spread to the rising racial reckoning and protests against police brutality that erupted in the summer.—
Mia Galuppo,
HollywoodReporter,
13 May 2025
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The group has speakers, field trips and other activities that promote the development of skills and friendships.—
Deb Harvell,
Arkansas Online,
11 May 2025
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Despite all the headlines, Tate says developments are still going to come out of the ground — including his own.—
Susannah Bryan,
Sun Sentinel,
11 May 2025
Noun
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People in the higher-risk categories who experience flu-like symptoms within two months after eating contaminated food should seek medical care and tell their health care provider.—
Mike Snider,
USA Today,
17 May 2025
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There are also three group categories for dance, musical instrument/bands, and vocal groups.—
Howard Cohen,
Miami Herald,
16 May 2025
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The center got the rebound past Woll to give the Panthers an insurance goal 7:18 into the second period.—
Adam Lichtenstein,
Sun Sentinel,
19 May 2025
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Another moment that stood out to White as an example of Indiana’s connectivity: Thirty seconds after Clark was called for a flagrant foul on Angel Reese midway through the third quarter, Indiana went on a 9-0 run to close out the period.—
Ben Pickman,
New York Times,
18 May 2025
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“Generation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/generation. Accessed 23 May. 2025.
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