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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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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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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
Some families pass the necklaces down through generations.
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Kansas City Star, 13 Oct. 2025
With one million units sold annually; the Magic 8 Ball has been in existence for 75 years and remains a pop culture staple, captivating generations with its mysterious ability to answer life’s questions with a simple shake.
—Denise Petski, Deadline, 13 Oct. 2025
Risks of children using AI chatbots However, some experts worry that early exposure to AI — especially as today’s youngest generations grow up with the technology — may negatively impact how children and teens think and learn.
—Ernestine Siu, CNBC, 13 Oct. 2025
The 16 victims who died in the Accurate Energetic Systems explosion, leaving the greater Bucksnort community in Hickman and Humphreys Counties devastated, spanned generations, with some nearing the end of decades-long careers while others were just starting out in life.
—Nicole Young, Nashville Tennessean, 13 Oct. 2025
The tough-minded, rigid leadership style that worked during Welch’s era doesn’t fit the needs of modern leadership, especially for younger generations who value vulnerability, authenticity, and emotional intelligence.
—Sydney Lake, Fortune, 13 Oct. 2025
The October 7 attack tore open a wound that runs deep in the Jewish heart, shaped by generations who have known persecution and fear.
—Dafna Michaelson Jenet, Denver Post, 12 Oct. 2025
The economic future Gen Zers are preparing for is unlike anything previous generations faced.
—Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Oct. 2025
In communities across the nation, Afro and Indigenous Latina midwives are experiencing a quiet revolution — one rooted in ancestral wisdom and the enduring strength of generations past.
—Deanna Taylor, USA Today, 7 Oct. 2025
Kansas City Star, 13 Oct. 2025
With one million units sold annually; the Magic 8 Ball has been in existence for 75 years and remains a pop culture staple, captivating generations with its mysterious ability to answer life’s questions with a simple shake.
—Denise Petski, Deadline, 13 Oct. 2025
Risks of children using AI chatbots However, some experts worry that early exposure to AI — especially as today’s youngest generations grow up with the technology — may negatively impact how children and teens think and learn.
—Ernestine Siu, CNBC, 13 Oct. 2025
The 16 victims who died in the Accurate Energetic Systems explosion, leaving the greater Bucksnort community in Hickman and Humphreys Counties devastated, spanned generations, with some nearing the end of decades-long careers while others were just starting out in life.
—Nicole Young, Nashville Tennessean, 13 Oct. 2025
The tough-minded, rigid leadership style that worked during Welch’s era doesn’t fit the needs of modern leadership, especially for younger generations who value vulnerability, authenticity, and emotional intelligence.
—Sydney Lake, Fortune, 13 Oct. 2025
The October 7 attack tore open a wound that runs deep in the Jewish heart, shaped by generations who have known persecution and fear.
—Dafna Michaelson Jenet, Denver Post, 12 Oct. 2025
The economic future Gen Zers are preparing for is unlike anything previous generations faced.
—Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Oct. 2025
In communities across the nation, Afro and Indigenous Latina midwives are experiencing a quiet revolution — one rooted in ancestral wisdom and the enduring strength of generations past.
—Deanna Taylor, USA Today, 7 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for generations
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Multiple English-language productions using the technology are now underway as the company accelerates its expansion plans.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
15 Oct. 2025
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The companies will also increase film and television co-productions.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
15 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Smaller varieties of butternut squash like Honeypatch don't last as long as classic types and can be stored for one to three months.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
12 Oct. 2025
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Mix bitter lettuce varieties like radicchio and endive with tender greens, add something substantial like lentils or roasted sweet potatoes, and finish with bright pops of pomegranate or dried cranberries.—
Joe Sevier,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
11 Oct. 2025
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Coming off a career-high 73 points and just 24 years old on a $7 million-per-year deal (a bargain relative to Kaprizov's soon-to-be $17 million per year), Boldy is entering his prime and the Wild are looking for big things from him.—
Michael Russo,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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Management changes, product overhauls, several bankruptcies, a stock market IPO and a return to Formula 1 racing are recent developments in the company's long history.—
Morgan Korn,
ABC News,
12 Oct. 2025
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Additionally, Ukraine has already fully integrated the DELTA battlefield management system across all levels of its Armed Forces, allowing commanders to coordinate operations more efficiently and track battlefield developments in real time.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Oct. 2025
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The front office has had a clear plan, first led by David Stearns and now Matt Arnold, and a philosophy for the types of players that fit the Brewers.—
Stephen J. Nesbitt,
New York Times,
12 Oct. 2025
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Smaller varieties of butternut squash like Honeypatch don't last as long as classic types and can be stored for one to three months.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
12 Oct. 2025
Noun
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So does Stagier Bar, with creations like dumplings filled with lomo saltado, a Peruvian dish of sautéed beef that hints at the chef Joel Baeza’s Latin American roots.—
Emilio Parra Doiztua,
New York Times,
16 Oct. 2025
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The selection showcases multisensory experiences, artistic VR creations, interactive installations, and live performances that push immersive media beyond conventional boundaries—to foster critical reflection and meaningful connection.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
14 Oct. 2025
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There are five categories devoted to R&B housed in the R&B, rap and spoken poetry field at the 68th annual Grammy Awards.—
Kyle Denis,
Billboard,
14 Oct. 2025
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The Latin Grammy Premiere, where the majority of the categories are awarded, will precede the telecast.—
Thania Garcia,
Variety,
14 Oct. 2025
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By the 1970s, innovations in fertilizer, pesticide and crop development, along with farm subsidies, led to a glut of grain.—
Alice Callahan,
New York Times,
16 Oct. 2025
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Previous innovations made cars faster, safer, and more efficient.—
Sterling Anderson,
Fortune,
15 Oct. 2025
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“Generations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/generations. Accessed 19 Oct. 2025.
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