generations

noun

plural of generation
1
as in productions
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 varieties
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 years
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 generations The company says this allows new battery generations to use much of the existing manufacturing foundation. — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 3 Sep. 2026 Our community now spans film, music, fashion and sport, different generations and different cultures. — Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2026 The lineup featured powerhouse artists across genres and generations, including Chappell Roan, Doechii, Bikini Kill, Garbage, the Breeders, Mitski, and Not for Radio. — Angie Martoccio, Rolling Stone, 3 Sep. 2026 Different countries, different generations, different personalities and genders, but goalkeepers tend to recognize something of themselves in one another. — Asli Pelit, New York Times, 3 Sep. 2026 Young and middle-aged inheritors are more digitally savvy and activism-oriented than older generations. — Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 3 Sep. 2026 But both, in parallel, inspired generations of women to forge their own paths. — Melina Khan, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2026 Skills passed hand to hand for generations are now finding new practitioners through short videos on a phone screen, with TikTok and Instagram giving old-fashioned kitchen work a fresh identity. — Ashley Lynch, Charlotte Observer, 3 Sep. 2026 After her death on Wednesday, younger generations of high-profile women took to social media to honor and thank Steinem. — Rachel Treisman, NPR, 3 Sep. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for generations
  1. productions
  2. varieties
  3. years
  4. developments
  5. types
  6. creations
  7. categories
  8. innovations
Noun
  • Upcoming productions from the wider business include feature film Tenzing for Apple Original Films, Grown Ups for Netflix, The Great White for ABC in Australia and Disney, alongside returning seasons of Slow Horses and Sweetpea.
    — Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 3 Sep. 2026
  • Karen Bass called a press conference to say Los Angeles productions are at a standstill and Angelenos aren’t getting paid.
    — Joseph Kahn, HollywoodReporter, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of productions
Noun
  • However, some boxwood varieties naturally shift color throughout the year, so slight bronzing in fall and winter is nothing to worry about.
    — The Spruce, The Spruce, 8 Sep. 2026
  • Here, your guide to the metaphorical — and literal — cream of the crop for fall, coming in ranging intensities and fruity and dessert-like varieties.
    — Noor Lobad, Footwear News, 8 Sep. 2026
Definition of varieties
Noun
  • Ten years ago, on Mother’s Day, Fiona Galvin reported her 17-year-old daughter missing.
    — Gloria Casas, Chicago Tribune, 9 May 2026
  • Over the past 10 years, Quinn has seen an increase in challenging behavior and more emotions among her 6- and 7-year-olds, with a particular ramp-up since the pandemic.
    — Stacker, Hartford Courant, 9 May 2026
Definition of years
Noun
  • The latest developments in the trial, including the defense's attempt to remove a juror.
    — Phaedra Trethan, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2026
  • As City surveyed the market for forward options last week, several sources familiar with Alvarez’s situation indicated that his former side monitored developments to see whether a return would be possible, but did not receive any encouragement.
    — Tim Spiers, New York Times, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of developments
Noun
  • Prices for most types of petroleum products have gone up since the war with Iran began in late February, amid limits on how much could flow through the Strait of Hormuz.
    — Willa Rubin, NPR, 4 Sep. 2026
  • The drag system handles up to 15 pounds – enough for most types of fish in lakes and ponds.
    — Amber Harding OutKick, FOXNews.com, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of types
Noun
  • The space will become an immaterial garden with intricate cutouts creating shadows, reflections and transparency for viewing the jewelry creations.
    — Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2026
  • One of Rathbun’s most popular Abacus creations — the lobster scallion shooter — takes on a new life at On The Rocks.
    — Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of creations
Noun
  • In the book’s 16 central chapters, Roden wanders from central categories such as yogurt, egg dishes, breads and pickles, showing how the countries of this region prepare stunning variations of common foodstuffs.
    — Scott Hocker, TheWeek, 2 Sep. 2026
  • Education and health services added 45,000 to lead all categories, with the latter group being at the forefront of employment growth.
    — Jeff Cox, CNBC, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of categories
Noun
  • Of the industrial innovations underpinning this order, the assembly line and vertical integration were most significant.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 4 Sep. 2026
  • As the Harvard historian Steven Shapin writes in his book The Scientific Life, countless innovations such as these that originated in corporate labs during the 20th century helped change the public’s perception of science.
    — Matthew Sun, The Atlantic, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of innovations

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“Generations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/generations. Accessed 10 Sep. 2026.

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