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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
Representing four generations of publishers, Moira Forbes is Forbes' Executive Vice President and serves as the President and Publisher of ForbesWomen.
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Moira Forbes, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Getting to grips with the possibilities of advancements in 5G and other emerging super-fast network capabilities, as well as new generations of processor technology optimized for the delivery of AI and perhaps even quantum computing, will be a key challenge.
—Bernard Marr, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Conservationists hope the decision will galvanize efforts to preserve the monarch butterfly for future generations.
—Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
Highlight the contributions of employees from different generations and backgrounds.
—Julie Kratz, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Work styles are also different across generations, with a preference for quieter work for older generations versus collaboration for younger generations.
—Julie Kratz, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
However, all generations experienced isolation during lockdown, and the sense of social anxiety lingers.
—Julie Kratz, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
While this shift spans all generations, Gen Z is leading the charge with its emphasis on purpose and flexibility.
—Dr. Diane Hamilton, 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
Moira Forbes, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Getting to grips with the possibilities of advancements in 5G and other emerging super-fast network capabilities, as well as new generations of processor technology optimized for the delivery of AI and perhaps even quantum computing, will be a key challenge.
—Bernard Marr, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Conservationists hope the decision will galvanize efforts to preserve the monarch butterfly for future generations.
—Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
Highlight the contributions of employees from different generations and backgrounds.
—Julie Kratz, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Work styles are also different across generations, with a preference for quieter work for older generations versus collaboration for younger generations.
—Julie Kratz, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
However, all generations experienced isolation during lockdown, and the sense of social anxiety lingers.
—Julie Kratz, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
While this shift spans all generations, Gen Z is leading the charge with its emphasis on purpose and flexibility.
—Dr. Diane Hamilton, 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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for generations
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Under productions designer Bárbara Enríquez’s vision, the series showcases elements like the lush but treacherous Columbian mountainside to segments of magical realism, including a young girl bleeding in a bathtub in the river and the ghost of a dead man haunting the living.Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
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This increase is attributed to the opening of Sphere in Las Vegas and the associated events and productions.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 12 Nov. 2024
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Several varieties of MadeGood granola bars have been recalled over concerns that the bars may contain metal fragments.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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Include different varieties such as common milkweed, butterfly weed and swamp milkweed.Brandi D. Addison, Austin American-Statesman, 10 Dec. 2024
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Many consumers are embracing these developments, showing a growing desire for more meaningful connections with brands that make product discovery easier and offer compelling incentives.Michael Benedek, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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So what are some of the recent developments for Amazon stock?Trefis Team, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Posen’s creations for Hathaway, Erivo, and Da’Vine Joy Randolph at last year’s Met Gala did just that.Irina Aleksander, Vogue, 11 Dec. 2024
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This trend allows bartenders to showcase various creations while maximizing profitability with higher-margin percentage mini portions.Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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But this is changing, with accessibility to the right data and innovations such as artificial intelligence (AI) paving the way for transformation.Premier Contributor, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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At the convention, attendees learn about projects in the works, where space is or will be available, industry trends and innovations, and lease deals are negotiated.David Moin, WWD, 11 Dec. 2024
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Rather than seeing complex traits as entirely new inventions, this research suggests that evolution often recycles and repurposes existing genetic tools to build complexity on the foundation of simplicity.Scott Travers, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Each version is 10 times more powerful than its predecessor, unlike versions of other inventions with minimal upgrades.Kumar Parakala, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
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“Generations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/generations. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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