years

noun

Definition of yearsnext
plural of year
as in days

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  1. days
  2. periods
  3. generations
  4. times
  5. cycles
Noun
  • Bob Dylan’s main set took place two days later on Sunday, July 26th.
    Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 11 Dec. 2024
  • The judge asked that a plan for the disposition of the Infowars assets be submitted within 30 days.
    Todd Spangler, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of days
Noun
  • Prior to that, Dylan was managed for brief periods by Terry Thal and Kevin Krown.
    Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Organizations that rely on luck to avoid accidents may experience periods of calm, but luck is unpredictable and uncontrollable.
    Andreza Araujo, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of periods
Noun
  • Highlight the contributions of employees from different generations and backgrounds.
    Julie Kratz, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Across generations, employees are reassessing what meaningful work looks like and seeking roles that align with their personal values and goals.
    Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of generations
Noun
  • My company grew from 40 to 120 team members amid uncertainty, which shows that focused teams can drive growth even in turbulent times.
    Nazar Gulyk, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Clear accountability is crucial for success in uncertain times.
    Nazar Gulyk, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of times
Noun
  • This highly reflective pair is ideal for anyone who runs or cycles outside during low-light hours, which is all too common this time of year.
    Lauren Mazzo, Glamour, 10 Dec. 2024
  • While the high-frequency noise of market cycles and political trends created temporary excitement, the real revolution happened at a cellular business strategy level.
    Dr. Alex Gold, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of cycles
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