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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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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
The song has been in heavy rotation on classic rock radio for decades, and it was discovered by a new generation in 1996 when Seal covered it on the Space Jam soundtrack.
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Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 20 Feb. 2025
Following a woman who falls in love with a paraplegic veteran, 1978’s Coming Home became one of the first films from a major studio to address the trauma facing a generation of men returning home from Vietnam — and earned Fonda her second Best Actress trophy.
—Keaton Bell, Vogue, 20 Feb. 2025
The Emmett Till Memory Project teaches new generations about the tragedy that kickstarted the Civil Rights Movement.
—JSTOR Daily, 20 Feb. 2025
Later this very January night, the Chicago White Sox will announce plans to erect a statue of Mark Buehrle, the team’s ace from a generation ago.
—Cody Stavenhagen, The Athletic, 20 Feb. 2025
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Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 20 Feb. 2025
Following a woman who falls in love with a paraplegic veteran, 1978’s Coming Home became one of the first films from a major studio to address the trauma facing a generation of men returning home from Vietnam — and earned Fonda her second Best Actress trophy.
—Keaton Bell, Vogue, 20 Feb. 2025
The Emmett Till Memory Project teaches new generations about the tragedy that kickstarted the Civil Rights Movement.
—JSTOR Daily, 20 Feb. 2025
Later this very January night, the Chicago White Sox will announce plans to erect a statue of Mark Buehrle, the team’s ace from a generation ago.
—Cody Stavenhagen, The Athletic, 20 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for generation
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The tariffs, effective immediately, are expected to affect manufacturing and production costs, particularly for businesses that rely heavily on aluminum for packaging.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
11 Feb. 2025
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The agreement takes effect after BBC Studios completes its current production commitments in the region.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
11 Feb. 2025
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The shelter was funded largely through a variety of grants from the county, the state and the federal government.—
Gqlshare,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 Feb. 2025
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The Generals, like the Globetrotters, practice and work on a variety of areas on the court.—
Jason Jones,
The Athletic,
15 Feb. 2025
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For nearly 20 years, Iope has offered several retinol serums, but IOPE’s Retinol Super Bounce Serum is its most future-forward formula, and Allure editors, like Sarah Han, can’t get enough of it.—
Devon Abelman,
Allure,
11 Feb. 2025
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That gain comes on top of a 1.3 percent increase in order value in the prior year.—
David Moin,
WWD,
11 Feb. 2025
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The creations showcased Shakira's softer side as well as the red-hot style she's known for.—
Catherine Santino,
People.com,
13 Feb. 2025
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Originally the creation of Parks and Recreation fictional character Leslie Knope, who is played by Amy Poehler, Galentine’s Day is meant to acknowledge and uplift female friendships.—
Myisha Battle,
TIME,
13 Feb. 2025
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Published on Monday in the Journal of Vertebrate Paleontology, the results of the desert dig painted the picture of a fearsome, big-cat creature with a strong jaw and sharp teeth that occupied the spot at the top of the food chain during the Oligocene Epoch era.—
Mary Walrath-Holdridge,
USA TODAY,
19 Feb. 2025
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Papa San not only promises an extraordinary culinary journey but also a bold statement in New York’s rich and diverse restaurant scene, setting the stage for a new era of dining where cuisine, culture and innovation intersect.—
WWD,
WWD,
18 Feb. 2025
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Combined with the fall of the Assad regime in Syria, these developments have dealt a serious blow to Iran’s ability to project power beyond its borders.—
Abbas Al Lawati,
CNN,
16 Feb. 2025
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Although the United States government had partly funded buprenorphine’s development as a treatment for opioid addiction, France was one of the first countries to most fully exploit the drug’s potential.—
Moises Velasquez-Manoff Robert Petkoff Emma Kehlbeck Zak Mouton,
New York Times,
16 Feb. 2025
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That comes despite 11 tight ends, including those ahead of him in those prior categories, playing more games than him.—
Ryan Morik,
Fox News,
9 Feb. 2025
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He's racked up 27 playoff wins, placing him second only to Bill Belichick in that category.—
Yaakov Katz,
Newsweek,
8 Feb. 2025
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Fewer cuts could translate into a longer period of elevated mortgage rates and high borrowing costs for automobiles, credit card purchases and more.—
Christopher Rugaber,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Feb. 2025
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On a conference call with investors Monday, McDonald's Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer Chris Kempczinski said industry-wide fast food sales to low-income consumers were down double-digits in the U.S. in the October-December period.—
DEE-ANN DURBIN THE ASSOCIATED PRESS,
arkansasonline.com,
11 Feb. 2025
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“Generation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/generation. Accessed 23 Feb. 2025.
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