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contemporaries

NOUN
generation
Synonyms
STRONGEST
STRONG
age crop microgeneration
WEAK
Beat Generation Gen X Gen Y Gen Z Generation A Generation X Generation Y Generation Z Lost Generation Millennials Silent Generation Xennials baby boomers boomers sandwich generation


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Unlike many of his contemporaries working in the big-budget space, Nolan has no affection for the slow build.

From Salon Jul. 18, 2026

As the exhibit’s days count down, the inspired visions from Kahlo, Rivera and their contemporaries continue to transfix visitors.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 14, 2026

The 88-year-old died at his home in London earlier this month, prompting tributes from his contemporaries in the art world, the prime minister and senior members of the Royal Family.

From BBC Jun. 21, 2026

Over the course of a long literary career, Mark Helprin has written novels and stories about the kind of men few of his contemporaries care to depict.

From The Wall Street Journal May 22, 2026

One of Alfred’s cousins and contemporaries, Henry Stimson, would distinguish himself in public service with one stint as secretary of state and two as secretary of war.

From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik




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