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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
Just a few generations before her, her family was part of the Mennonite community.
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Staff Author, PEOPLE, 14 Jan. 2026
Nor can Brownfield vote in Squaxin elections, or harvest clams on the Salish Sea beaches where her ancestors did so for generations.
—David Treuer, The Atlantic, 13 Jan. 2026
With rising house prices and mortgage rates, buying a full-size home is becoming less appealing to younger generations.
—Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Jan. 2026
When forces of class and society tear them apart, Heathcliff embarks on a bitter quest for vengeance that threatens to destroy two generations of the Linton and Earnshaw families.
—Zac Ntim, Deadline, 13 Jan. 2026
Martin has been thinking about Strava as a business that reaches across generations.
—Allie Garfinkle, Fortune, 13 Jan. 2026
Leaders and parents describe multiple generations of families continuing to enroll their children at the center, which has served over 2,000 students, ages 18 months to 12 years old.
—Wilborn P. Nobles Iii, Dallas Morning News, 12 Jan. 2026
Across generations, the focus is on intentional travel, comfort, and personalization, whether that’s a boutique hotel stay, an RV road trip, or a short, high-energy getaway.
—Samantha Leal, Travel + Leisure, 6 Jan. 2026
Lilleaas shares her character’s sympathy for the inability of different generations to connect.
—Tim Grierson, Los Angeles Times, 6 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for generations
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Marvel has publicly acknowledged that the studio's productions often scan actors' bodies, though the scans are generally only used for visual effects purposes rather than storing actors' likenesses for future projects.—
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Mediawan will also collaborate with BYD on content in various ways, ranging from brand integration in select titles across Mediawan Group productions.—
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Many European plum varieties are self-fertile, while hardier American plums need to be cross-pollinated.—
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Starbucks’ Protein Lattes come in coffee and matcha varieties.—
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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.—
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The county commissioners will hold a public hearing on the plan for Comanche Circle, and separately consider putting a temporary pause on these types of big developments.—
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Market watchers will be keeping an eye on the developments in Iran this week after widespread protests were met with a violent crackdown by the Iranian authorities.—
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Don’t let the cream’s $8 price tag fool you; the anti-aging find tackles fine lines, wrinkles, and clogged pores, all while being gentle enough for all skin types.—
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While Stern, 68, has worked as an actor in multiple types of projects since the '70s, his last few have been on TV.—
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Together, the list showcases everything from Tex-Mex and Sonoran-style favorites to seafood-forward Baja tacos and inventive fusion creations.—
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Clay Ornaments Clay creations are commonplace on Christmas trees, but they should be kept clear of attics.—
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To monitor how the tax revenue is being spent, periodic audits for each of the three categories of uses will be required, with the first of those due in 2029.—
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Houston is ranked near the top of the league in most statistical categories for pass and rush defense.—
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As supply chains evolve and demands change, plant and factory managers are encouraged to adapt, with technological innovations continually elevating operations.—
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The industry can’t innovate if the brands don’t invest in those innovations.—
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“Generations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/generations. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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