generations

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Patricia Schuba’s family has lived in Franklin County, Missouri, for five generations.

From Salon • May 10, 2026

That began Zissman’s eight-year relationship with two generations of Sydney’s family, helping them through the death of both parents and the hurdles of settling their estate.

From MarketWatch • May 8, 2026

They also believe they’ve lived through more economic hardship than any of the previous three generations.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

The deadly fires that devastated homes in Pacific Palisades and Altadena also laid waste to a lush canopy of leaves and pine needles that had cooled and shaded residents here for generations.

From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026

Marking the place where the villagers were killed, the shrine alerted future generations to the false sense of safety offered by the hill.

From "Meltdown" by Deirdre Langeland