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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
While older generations show more brand loyalty to their favorite beer or cocktail, younger consumers have a different mentality.
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Amelia Lucas, CNBC, 24 May 2026
The 11-year-old STEM prodigy, whose real name is Sean Atitsogbe, recently met the 70-year-old scientist, whose show Bill Nye the Science Guy inspired generations of scientists and science enthusiasts.
—Meredith Wilshere, PEOPLE, 24 May 2026
The pieces here are often passed down from older generations and have many beautiful stories to tell.
—Shagun Khare, Martha Stewart, 24 May 2026
Very few accomplish that over generations.
—Robert Daugherty, Forbes.com, 24 May 2026
When younger generations don’t have interactions or relationships with older adults having vibrant lives, later chapters of life can be stereotyped as a time of pain, difficulty and loss, Emery-Tiburcio said.
—Madeline Holcombe, CNN Money, 23 May 2026
The windows looked out on a back yard where generations of bedsprings rusted and a tree of heaven grew.
—Joyce Johnson, New Yorker, 23 May 2026
For generations of North Carolinians, summer cookouts mean friends, family, barbecue—and bright red hot dogs sizzling on the grill.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 23 May 2026
Known formally as Gurnet Light, this historic lighthouse has guided mariners at the entrance to Plymouth Harbor for generations.
—Rachel Holt, CBS News, 17 May 2026
Amelia Lucas, CNBC, 24 May 2026
The 11-year-old STEM prodigy, whose real name is Sean Atitsogbe, recently met the 70-year-old scientist, whose show Bill Nye the Science Guy inspired generations of scientists and science enthusiasts.
—Meredith Wilshere, PEOPLE, 24 May 2026
The pieces here are often passed down from older generations and have many beautiful stories to tell.
—Shagun Khare, Martha Stewart, 24 May 2026
Very few accomplish that over generations.
—Robert Daugherty, Forbes.com, 24 May 2026
When younger generations don’t have interactions or relationships with older adults having vibrant lives, later chapters of life can be stereotyped as a time of pain, difficulty and loss, Emery-Tiburcio said.
—Madeline Holcombe, CNN Money, 23 May 2026
The windows looked out on a back yard where generations of bedsprings rusted and a tree of heaven grew.
—Joyce Johnson, New Yorker, 23 May 2026
For generations of North Carolinians, summer cookouts mean friends, family, barbecue—and bright red hot dogs sizzling on the grill.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 23 May 2026
Known formally as Gurnet Light, this historic lighthouse has guided mariners at the entrance to Plymouth Harbor for generations.
—Rachel Holt, CBS News, 17 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for generations
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Led by actor-director Jesse Perez, the school has a focus on classical training and Shakespeare and is closely partnered with the Old Globe Theatre, where students can work on professional productions.—
Caitlin Huston,
HollywoodReporter,
25 May 2026
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For 35 years, it’s been gathering some of the area’s best theatrical talent for almost invariably outstanding productions that are presented in prisons and places devoted to helping people with disabilities, addiction and mental health issues, and helping new Americans adjust to life in Minnesota.—
Rob Hubbard,
Twin Cities,
23 May 2026
Noun
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Look for resistant varieties when selecting tomato plants for the garden.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
29 May 2026
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Many varieties of yew, including English yew and Pacific yew, cause dangerous symptoms in dogs, such as difficulty breathing, seizures, tremors and even sudden death from heart failure.—
Amy DeYoung,
USA Today,
28 May 2026
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Ten years ago, on Mother’s Day, Fiona Galvin reported her 17-year-old daughter missing.—
Gloria Casas,
Chicago Tribune,
9 May 2026
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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
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Designed for service roles in public environments such as hotels, airports, and exhibition centers, the Walker C1 highlights UBTECH’s latest developments in humanoid robotics, artificial intelligence, and human-like mobility.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
24 May 2026
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Community groups, including the East Lincoln Park Neighbors Organizing Committee, the Mid-North Association’s board and Preservation Chicago, strongly oppose the developments.—
Kate Perez,
Chicago Tribune,
23 May 2026
Noun
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There are styles and prints for all tastes and body types.—
Tamim Alnuweiri,
InStyle,
29 May 2026
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Jerry Lanuzza, associate professor at Johnson & Wales University in Charlotte, North Carolina, explains how to store alcohol, whether alcohol goes bad, and how long different types will last.—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
29 May 2026
Noun
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Organizing cocktails by spirit, the bar plans to feature familiar favorites such as the negroni, martini, paloma and paper plane alongside signature creations designed to give guests a fresh take on classic drinks.—
Amari Riley,
Charlotte Observer,
27 May 2026
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Assocoral on Stage will come to life with its Tableaux Vivants, an immersive installation using emotionally resonant and vivid imagery to tell the story of the creations by member companies and the beauty of Naples and its surrounding regions.—
Fairchild Studio,
Footwear News,
27 May 2026
Noun
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Each puzzle has exactly one solution, so watch out for words or items that seem to belong to multiple categories!—
Mark Cooper,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
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Artificial intelligence companies now account for a massive share of private market value, while defense technology, space infrastructure and AI-native applications have rapidly moved from fringe categories to the center of Silicon Valley.—
TrueBridge Capital,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2026
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Mrigakshi is a science journalist who enjoys writing about space exploration, biology, and technological innovations.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
25 May 2026
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Its two major innovations are the patented Flex’it system, which makes jewelry elastic through microscopic 18k gold springs inserted into the construction, and the Novecento mesh, a soft weave created without soldering.—
Anthony DeMarco,
Forbes.com,
25 May 2026
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“Generations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/generations. Accessed 31 May. 2026.
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