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"\u2014 often used in combination next- gen a second- gen game console"
"the senator reiterated his conviction that it is not the role of the United States to be a kind of global gendarme",
"Recent Examples on the Web",
"The attacks on Thursday targeted a military camp about 10 kilometers (6 miles) from Solle town in Loroum province and a special response unit for the gendarme in the Sanmatenga province, the army said in a statement. \u2014 Sam Mednick, ajc , 6 May 2022",
"Francois V had indeed worked as a gendarme and a police officer, and as a town councilor in the town of Prades-le-Lez in southern France. \u2014 NBC News , 1 Oct. 2021",
"After 35 years of digging, investigators determined that the suspect had worked as a gendarme in the Paris region between 1986-94 and summoned 750 current or former officers for questioning this week. \u2014 Arkansas Online , 2 Oct. 2021",
"After 35 years of digging, investigators determined that the suspect had worked as a gendarme in the Paris region between 1986 and 1994, and summoned 750 current or former officers for questioning this week. \u2014 NBC News , 1 Oct. 2021",
"The three gendarme officers killed in the incident were aged 21, 37, and 45, the interior ministry said in a statement. \u2014 NBC News , 23 Dec. 2020",
"But the boy and her great-grandmaman aside, most of the human characters are stock figures like the bumbling gendarme and the sweet-tempered shop owners who help keep Paras well-fed and out of police custody. \u2014 Washington Post , 1 Dec. 2020",
"At just this point a gendarme enters to announce the arrival of the real inspector general, who is not at all in disguise. \u2014 Gary Saul Morson, The New York Review of Books , 3 Nov. 2020",
"National gendarmes in Nkambe, a city in Cameroon\u2019s English-speaking Northwest region, arrested Nfor without a warrant in May 2018. \u2014 Wired Staff, Wired , 1 June 2020"
"Maddy Scheurer, a spokeswoman for the French gendarmerie , echoed that message. \u2014 Elian Peltier, New York Times , 26 Aug. 2020",
"For four years, Assa Traor\u00e9 has been fighting to establish the true circumstances surrounding the death of her brother, Adama Traor\u00e9, on July 19, 2016, on the premises of the gendarmerie of the village of Persan, forty miles north of Paris. \u2014 Lauren Collins, The New Yorker , 18 June 2020",
"The sport of rapid propulsion requires the proper equipment: a good radar detector, knowledge of local gendarmerie methods, and, most important, a stealthy accomplice. \u2014 Martin Padgett Jr., Car and Driver , 15 June 2020",
"The office of the governor of Turkey's southern Sanliurfa region said one gendarmerie corporal and three local security personnel were killed. \u2014 Washington Post , 12 Mar. 2020",
"No doubt, this length of service gave Gasnier the moral authority in the community to carry out his bold conspiracy against the occupiers; even the local gendarmerie went along with it. \u2014 Matt Seaton, The New York Review of Books , 12 Mar. 2020",
"The suspects include six F-16 pilots and four district gendarmerie commanders, the agency reported. \u2014 Washington Post , 14 Jan. 2020",
"Thomas took a 3-year leave of absence from the gendarmerie in order to work on his project. \u2014 Christina Mackenzie, Popular Science , 22 Jan. 2020",
"The local gendarmerie on the scene tweeted a photo of the bus on its side, its front window smashed. \u2014 USA TODAY , 4 Nov. 2019"
": a subclass within a grammatical class (such as noun, pronoun, adjective, or verb) of a language that is partly arbitrary but also partly based on distinguishable characteristics (such as shape, social rank, manner of existence, or sex) and that determines agreement with and selection of other words or grammatical forms":[],
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"Those seeking state driver's licenses in Massachusetts are closer to being able to designate their gender as \"X\" instead of \"male\" or \"female.\" The state Senate has overwhelmingly approved a bill that would allow for the nonbinary designation on licenses.",
"\u2014 Steve LeBlanc",
"Facebook's message was clear when the social media network added new gender options for users on Thursday: the company is sensitive to a wide spectrum of gender identity and wants users to feel accommodated no matter where they see themselves on that spectrum.",
"\u2014 Katy Steinmetz"
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"Recent Examples on the Web: Noun",
"And who better to divulge on the complexities of gender than transgender people, who are experts simply by existing",
"Title IX, for all its might, can\u2019t compel universities to field a dozen or more sports teams, regardless of gender , or bestow hundreds of accompanying scholarships. \u2014 Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune , 23 June 2022",
"If all this seemed at odds with #MeToo and its suspension of male-protective privacy prerogatives, the collision of gender and race in public accountability remains deeply uncomfortable. \u2014 Jeannie Suk Gersen, The New Yorker , 20 June 2022",
"Although no details are known about the number of authors involved, the signature campaign was started by SpaceX employees claiming to be representative of staff in terms of gender , ethnicity, seniority and technical roles at the company. \u2014 Christiaan Hetzner, Fortune , 17 June 2022",
"An important mindset to have, as experts note, pilates is suitable for everyone regardless of gender , age, or body type. \u2014 Kiana Murden, Vogue , 16 June 2022",
"Why not reckon with the reality of gender , especially when decades past have already seen this sort of utopian premise time and again",
"What vice is desirable on the other side of the gender divide",
"Her 246 international caps rank eighth all time for players of either gender . \u2014 Kevin Baxter, Los Angeles Times , 14 June 2022"
": a person who dresses and behaves like a member of the opposite sex":[]
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"Recent Examples on the Web",
"Drawing inspiration from Kabuki theater, B\u00f8rns, a notorious gender bender , has become even more experimental with the birth of Blue Madonna. \u2014 Lauren Valenti, Vogue , 12 Jan. 2018"
": any of several surgical procedures that a transgender person may choose to undergo in order to obtain the physical characteristics that match their gender identity":[
"A new study has confirmed what others before it have found: Gender confirmation surgery improves the quality of life of most who choose to undergo it.",
"\u2014 Jeff Taylor",
"Gender confirmation surgeries for trans men and trans women, respectively, differ in scope and kind, giving patients a range of medical options to define transitioning on their own terms.",
"Lopez founded the program GENECIS in 2012, which was known as the first treatment clinic in the Southwest for children with gender dysphoria . \u2014 Ashley Killough, CNN , 17 June 2022",
"Medical groups such as the American Academy of Pediatrics have said that gender dysphoria is a serious medical condition that can lead to depression and other harm and that delaying puberty in some patients leads to better long-term outcomes. \u2014 Elizabeth Findell, WSJ , 13 May 2022",
"Scientists and politicians are currently contesting whether gender dysphoria can emerge before puberty, a debate with significant implications for access to medical care, and other forms of protection and support for children who identify as trans. \u2014 Laura Beers, CNN , 6 May 2022",
"Ernest said gender dysphoria should not be a surprising human condition. \u2014 Mike Cason | Mcason@al.com, al , 9 Feb. 2022",
"Transgender surgery is designated as a treatment for gender dysphoria , not the condition of not being cisgender. \u2014 New York Times , 10 May 2022",
"To be sure, some trans people do experience gender dysphoria , which is to be expected in a community that is not monolithic. \u2014 Dallas Ducar, STAT , 15 Mar. 2022",
"The term 'rapid-onset gender dysphoria ' or ROGD, dates back to about 2016, according to an article published by The Sociological Review. \u2014 Jocelyn Solis-moreira, Health.com , 9 Mar. 2022",
"The other plaintiff in the ACLU\u2019s suit is Dr. Megan A. Mooney, a licensed psychologist in Texas, who has worked with trans patients with gender dysphoria , including young people who are receiving treatment. \u2014 Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone , 1 Mar. 2022"
": the physical and behavioral manifestations of one's gender identity":[
"People vary greatly in the extent to which they hold and convey gendered thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Gender expression refers to the way people convey their gender through mannerisms, behaviors, or expressions.",
"\u2014 Encyclopedia of Sport and Exercise Psychology",
"For most people, \u2026 gender expression occurs so naturally it's unnoticeable. Except when gender expression doesn't match traditional notions of the gender assigned at birth.",
": a person's internal sense of being male, female, some combination of male and female, or neither male nor female":[
"Facebook provides more than 50 options beyond \"male\" and \"female\" for users to describe their gender identity , from \"gender questioning\" and \"neither\" to \"androgynous.\"",
"So the same people who don\u2019t trust teachers to choose which books to assign their kids or to talk with them about gender identity also want them to be trained in crisis marksmanship",
"The conflict is unfolding as teaching about gender identity in public schools has joined other politically fraught, divisive debates, including on critical race theory, social emotional learning and vaccine mandates for COVID-19. \u2014 Los Angeles Times , 11 May 2022",
"The policy is not saying anything the Catholic Church has not already said about gender identity , Bustos said. \u2014 Sophie Carson, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel , 10 May 2022",
"Janelle Mon\u00e1e is opening up about her gender identity with the Smith family. \u2014 Jack Irvin, PEOPLE.com , 22 Apr. 2022",
"In the latest episode of Red Table Talk hosted by Jada Pinkett Smith, Mon\u00e1e opened up about their gender identity , publicly coming out as non-binary. \u2014 Stephen Daw, Billboard , 21 Apr. 2022",
"Janelle Mon\u00e1e is opening up about her gender identity . \u2014 Tom\u00e1s Mier, Rolling Stone , 21 Apr. 2022",
"Pete is a short film about gender identity , Little League Baseball, the people who inspire change by trying to be themselves, and the superheroes who allow that change to happen. \u2014 Rebecca Rubin, Variety , 19 Apr. 2022",
"The criticism has prompted Democrat Gov. Phil Murphy to revisit the appropriateness of the leaked curriculum requiring second-graders to learn about gender identity . \u2014 Fox News , 14 Apr. 2022"
"Peggy Cohen-Kettenis, a Dutch clinical psychologist specializing in children, began receiving referrals of teenagers who were experiencing gender dysphoria (then called gender identity disorder ). \u2014 New York Times , 15 June 2022",
"That was a time when some insurance plans considered a prior diagnosis of gender dysphoria or gender identity disorder to be a preexisting condition. \u2014 Endia Fontanez, The Arizona Republic , 23 Dec. 2020",
"But the medical community used other terms in its Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, known as the DSM, to pathologize gender nonconformity, including transsexualism and gender identity disorder . \u2014 Emanuella Grinberg, CNN , 31 May 2018"
": exhibiting behavioral, cultural, or psychological traits that do not correspond with the traits typically associated with one's sex : having a gender expression that does not conform to gender norms":[
"A bill before the Legislature would amend the law to protect transgender and gender nonconforming people from discrimination in public spaces, such as hospitals, coffee shops, and retail stores.",
": adhering to or reinforcing ideal standards of masculinity or femininity":[
"Before the uprisings in Syria women were highly educated. However, the gender positioning affected their involvement in political and professional life. Gender normative behaviours were retained and therefore there was a lack of power and agency for women in society.",
"\u2014 Lorraine Charles and Kate Denman , The Journal of International Women's Studies , 15 Dec. 2013",
"In 2007, the top-selling image of fatherhood globally was an image of a man playing football with his son. You can't get any more gender-normative than that. Whereas our top-selling image of a father this year, so far, is a man with his daughter sitting and reading together.",
"\u2014 Pam Grossman , quoted in Adweek , 11 June 2015"
"\u2026 the Affordable Care Act prohibits health insurance companies from discriminating against transgender people, opening the door to coverage that includes gender reassignment surgery .",
"While there have been many changes in legislation, the realities of young trans people are that they can experience highly negative responses for either being trans or expressing gender variance .",
"\u2014 Jay Stewart, quoted in The Guardian (London) , 19 Nov. 2014"
": of, relating to, or being a person whose gender identity is not fixed":[
"Gender-fluid individuals prefer to remain flexible about their gender(s). Some dress in ways that reflect both genders at the same time, while others may express one gender one day and another gender another day.",
"\u2014 Kristin Cronn-Mills",
"The scene also reveals Stella as gender fluid \u2014someone who identifies as both boy and girl, sometimes skewing more heavily toward one gender than the other.",
"\u2014 Mackenzie Dawson",
"Some genderfluid folks and drag artists use \u2026 \"he,\" \"she,\" or \"they\" based on how they're presenting.",
"The gendered nature of Bowlby's initial studies is obvious. \u2014 Vicky Spratt, refinery29.com , 6 June 2022",
"Matrix also suggested a solution for the most gendered room of the house: the kitchen. \u2014 Divya Subramanian, The Atlantic , 2 May 2022",
"This critique was easily incorporated into the varieties of critical theory that proliferated in the United States from the Eighties onward, and were used to attack the racial and gendered power structures of the time. \u2014 Francis Fukuyama, Harper\u2019s Magazine , 27 Apr. 2022",
"The post-Civil War food system was built upon racial and gendered segregation laws that allowed for the economic marginalization of Black farmers and Black domestic workers. \u2014 Lisa Deaderick, San Diego Union-Tribune , 29 Jan. 2022",
"An interaction with French police is the closest the film gets to expressly dealing with race, and yet something about this scene feels less intimate than the exploration of gendered expectations in Rose\u2019s segment of the story. \u2014 Lovia Gyarkye, The Hollywood Reporter , 27 May 2022",
"Intellectual, political, religious, domestic, gendered , grammatical, educational. \u2014 Carolyn Hax, Washington Post , 19 May 2022",
"And the answer to that question matters, because the reality is that abuse is very much a gendered issue: Women face much higher rates of intimate partner violence and are much more likely to be injured or killed by an intimate partner. \u2014 Jill Filipovic, CNN , 17 May 2022",
"In February, the Times removed seven then-upcoming Wordle solutions (and 25 options for valid guesses) from the game's rotation, mostly to remove gendered or racial slurs from consideration. \u2014 Kyle Orland, Ars Technica , 9 May 2022"
"Creative Director Olivier Rousteing has created a genderless collection for adults, inspired by Barbie and Ken, that speaks not only to their tastes, but also to Rousteing\u2019s childhood memories and hopes for the futures. \u2014 Sarah Spellings, Vogue , 5 Jan. 2022",
"Anyone can pull on Everlane's genderless t-shirt and find an easygoing fit. \u2014 Halie Lesavage, Harper's BAZAAR , 20 Apr. 2022",
"Using an array of colors, patterns, and trend-forward silhouettes, LaMaar has created a genderless collection for their Macy\u2019s debut. \u2014 Greg Emmanuel, Essence , 19 Apr. 2022",
"Melody agrees that genderless fashion isn't about stripping style of personal expression. \u2014 Mercedes Viera, refinery29.com , 17 Mar. 2022",
"Cerruti was the first to deconstruct the formal suit and bring genderless garments to the masses. \u2014 Fabiana Giacomotti, Vogue , 16 Jan. 2022",
"In 2019, when the Disney Cruise Line debuted Captain Minnie, the outfit also consisted of a genderless maritime uniform. \u2014 Kate Hardcastle, Forbes , 30 Jan. 2022",
"Ultimately, though, magick is genderless , and always has been. \u2014 Sophie Saint Thomas, Allure , 17 Dec. 2021",
"The range is a genderless edit of sculptural and minimal pieces for him or for her, made in France, Italy, and Portugal. \u2014 Rachel Besser, Vogue , 23 Nov. 2021"
": a specific sequence of nucleotides in DNA or RNA that is located usually on a chromosome and that is the functional unit of inheritance controlling the transmission and expression of one or more traits by specifying the structure of a particular polypeptide and especially a protein or controlling the function of other genetic material":[]
"She inherited a good set of genes from her parents.",
"Recent Examples on the Web",
"The researchers took advantage of the fact that humans have more than one hemoglobin gene . \u2014 New York Times , 27 June 2022",
"Aislynn had a partial deletion of both of her Tango 2 genes, because her mother and father each were carriers of one gene with a small deletion. \u2014 Terry Demio, The Enquirer , 5 May 2022",
"Approximately half of the participants in CEDAR carry at least one APOE gene , which may increase the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease. \u2014 Sandee Lamotte, CNN , 26 Apr. 2022",
"One final gene was turned off to keep the pig from growing too large. \u2014 Karen Weintraub, USA TODAY , 11 Jan. 2022",
"While whole genome sequencing provided diagnoses \u2014 what researchers call the diagnostic yield \u2014 in 25% of cases overall, the yield reached 35% when the cause was thought to be tied to just one gene . \u2014 Andrew Joseph, STAT , 15 Nov. 2021",
"Plant growth is complicated, genetically speaking\u2014there simply isn\u2019t one single gene to tweak. \u2014 Shi En Kim, Smithsonian Magazine , 18 Aug. 2021",
"Genetics is complex because there is more than one gene that causes the disease. \u2014 John Cumbers, Forbes , 7 Apr. 2021",
"Diagnoses of DSDs once relied on hormone tests, anatomical inspections and imaging, followed by painstaking tests of one gene at a time. \u2014 Claire Ainsworth, Scientific American , 22 Oct. 2018"
": the use of biotechnological techniques to make changes to specific DNA sequences in the genome of a living organism":[
"Fundamental research into the ways by which bacteria defend themselves against viruses has recently led to the development of powerful new techniques that make it possible to perform gene editing \u2014that is, precisely altering genetic sequences\u2014in living cells, including those of humans, at much higher accuracy and efficiency than ever before possible.",
"\u2014 David Baltimore et al.",
"The era of straightforward genome editing raises ethical questions that will need to be addressed by scientists and society at large.",
"\u2014 Jennifer A. Doudna and Emmanuelle Charpentier",
"\u2014 often hyphenated when used before another noun a gene-editing technique called CRISPR"
"Some areas that gene editing therapies target include cancer, rare genetic disorders that currently lack treatments, and more chronic conditions such as diabetes. \u2014 Trefis Team, Forbes , 16 June 2022",
"But on December 21, the US Department of Agriculture, which (much more leniently) regulates similar changes made to crops, announced a proposal to take charge of overseeing gene editing in animals bred for food as well. \u2014 Megan Molteni, Wired , 28 Dec. 2020",
"At least three lawmakers, however, spoke against it \u2014 although their comments appear more targeted at gene editing \u2014 and the budget ban was replaced without any changes. \u2014 Walter G. Johnson And Diana M. Bowman, STAT , 24 Apr. 2022",
"Besides gene editing , there are other ways to reduce the Fel d 1 protein in felines. \u2014 Elizabeth Gamillo, Smithsonian Magazine , 31 Mar. 2022",
"An equal percentage of people (30%) were for and against gene editing to reduce a baby's risk of a serious health condition. \u2014 Dejania Oliver, CNN , 17 Mar. 2022",
"Scientists have been trying to produce pigs whose organs would not be rejected by the human body, a research effort that has picked up steam over the past decade because of new gene editing and cloning technologies. \u2014 New York Times , 9 Mar. 2022",
"The established titan in gene editing earned $403 million in the past four quarters, bringing ARK's 8.2% share to $33 million. \u2014 Shawn Tully, Fortune , 12 Jan. 2022",
"Advances in gene editing techniques such as the one used in Mr. Bennett\u2019s pig organ have revived hopes in recent years that clinical trials of xenotransplantation could be possible. \u2014 Amy Dockser Marcus And Joseph De Avila, WSJ , 6 May 2022"
": a permanent alteration (as by point mutation or frameshift mutation) in the nucleotide sequence of a gene":[
"Researchers have identified a gene mutation that's believed to predispose people to malignant melanoma, the deadliest and most aggressive type of skin cancer.",
"\u2014 Health News"
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"\u2014 compare point mutation":[
"Researchers have identified a gene mutation that's believed to predispose people to malignant melanoma, the deadliest and most aggressive type of skin cancer.",
"Myotonic dystrophy is usually caused by a gene mutation . \u2014 Julie Washington, cleveland , 16 Apr. 2022",
"For this test, a blood sample is analyzed to look for a gene mutation that signals the condition. \u2014 Maggie O'neill, Health.com , 15 Apr. 2022",
"Even within pairs of twins, one twin who did have the gene mutation could differ in sleep need by an hour or so, and was much more resistant to the effects of sleep deprivation. \u2014 Erin Berger, Outside Online , 4 Aug. 2014",
"Women with this gene mutation should undergo more intensive screening for breast, ovarian and colon cancers. \u2014 Dr. Keith Roach, oregonlive , 20 Jan. 2022",
"Even though a gene mutation that predisposes someone to cancer hasn't been discovered in my family, my medical teams are certain that genetics play a role. \u2014 Jessica Baladad As Told To Erica Sweeney, Good Housekeeping , 8 Jan. 2022",
"Now Endeavor is investigating it for other types of cancers driven by a certain gene mutation , as well as for fibrosis. \u2014 Mike Freeman, San Diego Union-Tribune , 8 Feb. 2022",
"An analysis of 1,431 genome sequences spanning 13 species of both ancestral and modern canids revealed a variant, or gene mutation , within the antisense that interacts with the IGF-1 gene. \u2014 NBC News , 27 Jan. 2022",
"The definition of hemophilia requires a factor level below 40% (except in some cases of gene mutation ). \u2014 Dr. Keith Roach, oregonlive , 22 Dec. 2021"
": the insertion of usually genetically altered genes into cells especially to replace defective genes in the treatment of genetic disorders or to provide a specialized disease-fighting function":[]
"The Pirnies \u2014 and other INAD families \u2014 are raising money for gene therapy research. \u2014 Stephanie Emma Pfeffer, PEOPLE.com , 23 June 2022",
"Seachord had a kidney transplant before the gene therapy and is doing well. \u2014 Sarah Zhang, The Atlantic , 22 June 2022",
"To cease and desist any effort to coerce, intimidate, persuade, trick or compel any man, woman or child to receive any experimental gene therapy injection or any other medical device including masks. \u2014 Anchorage Daily News , 17 Mar. 2022",
"Pre-clinical trials are too early in the process to determine whether the gene therapy will yield successful results in a phase one clinical trial, Lutz said. \u2014 BostonGlobe.com , 11 Sep. 2021",
"On Friday, the committee will consider a Bluebird gene therapy for beta thalassemia. \u2014 Ed Silverman, STAT , 13 June 2022",
"The field of gene therapy was set back greatly when a patient died. \u2014 Gary Robbins, San Diego Union-Tribune , 11 Jan. 2022",
"And it's also being checked out as a possible alternative to gene therapy for intractable conditions such as sickle cell disease. \u2014 Maggie Fox, CNN , 1 June 2021",
"Voyager\u2019s appointment of Sandrock as its new CEO is the latest in a series of moves aimed at refocusing the company on a new gene therapy delivery technology, following setbacks with its earlier pipeline. \u2014 Adam Feuerstein, STAT , 25 Mar. 2022"
"has a distinguished genealogy that traces back to William the Conqueror",
"Recent Examples on the Web",
"Late last year, Othram Labs contacted the Palm Beach County Sheriff\u2019s Office about performing genealogy testing on cold cases. \u2014 Amanda Musa, CNN , 3 June 2022",
"Williams was arrested Tuesday after being identified by investigators through genetic genealogy testing, the DA said. \u2014 Harriet Sokmensuer, PEOPLE.com , 7 Oct. 2021",
"Genetic genealogy testing, the same technology used to capture the Golden State Killer, aided investigators in identifying Laurie Potter, who was a Temecula resident at the time of her death, Seiver said. \u2014 City News Service, San Diego Union-Tribune , 20 May 2021",
"In 2019, the state police then uploaded the crime scene sample into a genealogy website, which spat out hundreds of possibilities. \u2014 Christine Pelisek, PEOPLE.com , 22 Apr. 2022",
"Yamona Pierce, 52, has always been interested in genealogy . \u2014 Char Adams, NBC News , 11 Feb. 2022",
"Downs was identified as a suspect when a relative uploaded a DNA sample to a genealogy website, which was matched with DNA from the crime. \u2014 CBS News , 4 Feb. 2022",
"Downs\u2019 arrest occurred after his DNA was matched in 2018 to evidence found at the crime scene through a random hit after Downs\u2019 aunt submitted her DNA to a genealogy website. \u2014 Christopher Williams, Sun Journal (lewiston, Anchorage Daily News , 20 Jan. 2022",
"The ones that can track and track the genealogy and provenance of a specific batch and limit the impact of performing a product recall. \u2014 Richard Howells, Forbes , 19 May 2022"
"Middle English genealogie , from Anglo-French, from Late Latin genealogia , from Greek, from genea race, family + -logia -logy; akin to Greek genos race":""
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"She began her talk with some general observations about the state of the industry.",
"The book provides a good general introduction to the subject.",
"My concerns are all general \u2014nothing specific.",
"The details of the new plan are different, but it's based on the same general concept.",
"My general impression was that things were going well.",
"They were found in the same general area.",
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"Recent Examples on the Web: Adjective",
"Despite this paradox, the market continues to mature, and, in general , more users are trusting fintech products with 37% citing a fintech firm as their go-to firm. \u2014 Dmitry Dolgorukov, Forbes , 1 July 2022",
"In general , Campolo believes education is essential and should be disseminated with kindness and patience \u2014 to all generations. \u2014 refinery29.com , 1 July 2022",
"For them, health care in general , and women\u2019s health in particular, is not just a job\u2014it\u2019s a movement. \u2014 Phoebe Gates, Vogue , 1 July 2022",
"In general , franchisees need about $20,000 for a franchise fee and about 20% of the overall startup cost available. \u2014 Erik S. Hanley, Journal Sentinel , 1 July 2022",
"The car in general sits relatively low to the ground, with a long hood at the front, and an angular rear again, with slim taillights and two dual-tip exhaust pipes. \u2014 Christian De Looper, BGR , 1 July 2022",
"In the decades since, school shootings \u2014 not to mention mass shootings in general \u2014 have been on the rise. \u2014 Caroline Anders, Washington Post , 1 July 2022",
"Beverley and Edwards notoriously ripped the Jazz defense in general , and Gobert specifically, after Utah defeated Minnesota by 32 points in a December matchup. \u2014 Eric Walden, The Salt Lake Tribune , 1 July 2022",
"Thomas has also become more vocal in general over the past two years. \u2014 Jessica Gresko, Anchorage Daily News , 30 June 2022",
"Recent Examples on the Web: Noun",
"Kofi Annan became the first U.N. secretary general to visit the fictional Manhattan street, mediating a dispute between muppets who all wanted to sing the alphabet song. \u2014 Adela Suliman, Washington Post , 28 June 2022",
"President Biden meets at White House with NATO secretary general to discuss the upcoming NATO summit. ... \u2014 Mark Murray, NBC News , 2 June 2022",
"More likely, some analysts say, Mr. Biden will have to make a nod toward Mr. Erdogan in Madrid to clinch his assent, as Mr. Obama had to do at a NATO summit in 2009 to secure the appointment of Anders Fogh Rasmussen as secretary general . \u2014 New York Times , 30 May 2022",
"Her previously unannounced visit came just days after Moscow bombed the Ukrainian capital while the U.N. secretary- general was there. \u2014 CBS News , 1 May 2022",
"Her previously unannounced visit came just days after Moscow bombed the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv while the U.N. secretary- general was there. \u2014 Vanessa Gera, ajc , 1 May 2022",
"Only days earlier, Russia bombed the Ukrainian capital while the U.N. secretary- general was there. \u2014 The Christian Science Monitor , 1 May 2022",
"Only days earlier, Russia bombed the Ukrainian capital while the U.N. secretary- general was there. \u2014 Vanessa Gera, Chron , 1 May 2022",
"Russia rejected a temporary cease-fire in Ukraine that the United Nations secretary general requested for the purpose of civilian evacuation during the Eastern Orthodox Holy Week leading up to Easter. \u2014 Fox News , 25 Apr. 2022"
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"My general practitioner prescribed a low-dose statin (Crestor 5 mg). \u2014 Dr. Keith Roach, oregonlive , 23 May 2022",
"My general practitioner diagnosed trochanteric bursitis and recommended stretches plus Voltaren cream to reduce the pain. \u2014 Dr. Keith Roach, oregonlive , 5 May 2022",
"Schumer notes that the general practitioner pulls in specialized experts leading their fields to simply the most complicated subjects (from stress management to body language) in each episode. \u2014 Zee Krstic, Good Housekeeping , 20 Apr. 2022",
"The median wait last year for treatment from a specialist following referral by a general practitioner was more than 25 weeks \u2014 nearly half a year. \u2014 Sally C. Pipes, National Review , 21 Feb. 2022",
"Those numbers felt about right to Dr. Rodney Hood, a general practitioner serving the most diverse parts of the San Diego community. \u2014 Paul Sisson, San Diego Union-Tribune , 2 Feb. 2022",
"But the emergency room physician missed a fracture in Starkey's back, which went untreated for nearly two weeks until her general practitioner was able to find her a hospital bed and treatment for her back. \u2014 NBC News , 23 Dec. 2021",
"Birgitte Schoenmakers, a general practitioner and professor at Leuven University, sees it on an almost daily basis. \u2014 Raf Casert And Karel Janicek, Anchorage Daily News , 20 Nov. 2021",
"Birgitte Schoenmakers, a general practitioner and professor at Leuven University, sees it on an almost daily basis. \u2014 Fox News , 20 Nov. 2021"
"The next area is knowing when to bring in new people into the team; management should be a generalist across everything. \u2014 Frederick Daso, Forbes , 1 June 2022",
"Is your proptech partner a specialist or a generalist , and how does that relate to the needs of your company",
"This generalist predatory behavior contributes to their reputation as one of the most damaging invasive species. \u2014 Daniel Herrera, The Conversation , 8 Apr. 2022",
"Many psychiatrists and psychologists do receive some sort of training in treating trauma, Dr. Crawford says, and a skilled generalist should know how to tailor their treatment approach to the individual. \u2014 Carolyn L. Todd, SELF , 17 May 2022",
"On the other hand, patients who want to see physicians\u2014or, sometimes, need to see physicians\u2014often get frustrated that access to generalist physicians (and specialists) might be limited by non-physician gatekeepers. \u2014 Sachin H. Jain, Forbes , 12 Apr. 2022",
"Being that much of a generalist means the CPU design team is spread pretty thin. \u2014 Ron Amadeo, Ars Technica , 21 Mar. 2022",
"In the memo, obtained by The Baltimore Sun and first reported by The Athletic, MASN human resources generalist Emily Dow cites safety concerns regarding the coronavirus pandemic as the network\u2019s reasoning. \u2014 Nathan Ruiz, Baltimore Sun , 20 Mar. 2022",
"BBC Studios has inked its first major factual multi-year content deal in Italy with Mediaset, the country\u2019s top private generalist TV network. \u2014 Naman Ramachandran, Variety , 3 Mar. 2022"
"The framework\u2019s generality underscores the U.S. mistake in abandoning the Pacific trade pact that Barack Obama negotiated. \u2014 The Editorial Board, WSJ , 23 May 2022",
"Finding the right mix of generality and intimacy in your marketing can be tough, but that middle ground \u2014 a message that may be intended for a wide audience but is still applicable to the individual \u2014 is actually where most people feel comfortable. \u2014 Frank Vella, Forbes , 1 Nov. 2021",
"Experts say too little or too much mucus can result in illness, but the sweeping generality in this claim is far from accurate. \u2014 Nayeli Lomeli, USA TODAY , 15 Oct. 2021",
"Math usually provides more generality , more powerful methods, and more rigor and precision. \u2014 Quanta Magazine , 24 June 2021",
"Without further ado, Singer\u2019s summertime, easy-breezy closet staples, below: The Belted Polo Dress Belted and with a flattering silhouette (specificity up top, generality below), these dresses are a tidy and efficient solution to everyday chic. \u2014 Lilah Ramzi, Vogue , 21 June 2021",
"Of course, that\u2019s a generality \u2014no group of people is homogeneous. \u2014 Michele Parmelee, Forbes , 16 June 2021",
"Gou\u00ebzel had to maintain a balancing act between specificity and generality . \u2014 Quanta Magazine , 1 Oct. 2020",
"Without that lovely little adjective, the wheelbarrow might simply be a bland generality . \u2014 Danny Heitman, WSJ , 2 Oct. 2020"
"He made several sweeping generalizations about women.",
"She was prone to generalization .",
"Recent Examples on the Web",
"The generalization fails to acknowledge the experiences of those in lower income brackets \u2014 especially when Asian Americans have the largest wealth gap of any racial group. \u2014 Angela Yang, NBC News , 6 May 2022",
"My guess is that what is going on here is that the officers are making a statistical generalization that Muslims are more likely to engage in terroristic activity than others. \u2014 Lisa Deaderick, San Diego Union-Tribune , 3 Apr. 2022",
"That word intersecting \u2014 these women defy easy generalization or stereotype. \u2014 Jim Higgins, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel , 26 Mar. 2022",
"This empirical generalization of course has exceptions, but it is widely accepted that us modern humans conform to Bergmann's rule! \u2014 Melissa Cristina M\u00e1rquez, Forbes , 8 Mar. 2022",
"Unusual business owners such as Emery and Kreutz show the limits of this generalization , as do many other socially conscious companies. \u2014 Nick Romeo, The New Yorker , 10 Jan. 2022",
"Albert Einstein\u2019s 1905 special theory of relativity inspired one of his teachers, Hermann Minkowski, to propose another generalization of Euclidean geometry. \u2014 Frank Wilczek, WSJ , 4 Feb. 2022",
"Like any generalization , generational clumping can tell us only so much\u2014Gen Z, like the generations that came before them, contains multitudes. \u2014 Samhita Mukhopadhyay, Fortune , 13 Dec. 2021",
"That kind of statement has the effect of being a conversation stopper, a kind of thought-terminating clich\u00e9 that\u2019s intended to end the discussion with a broad generalization . \u2014 Jonathan Vanian, Fortune , 17 Dec. 2021"
"Weyand is justifiably hesitant to generalize , though. \u2014 Alex Hutchinson, Outside Online , 26 Feb. 2019",
"How well does that data generalize to, say, swimming or mountain biking",
"Researchers use deep learning to first explore what the vibration of a single flame sounds like and then generalize the approach to a larger fire that creates a variety of sounds. \u2014 Jennifer Ouellette, Ars Technica , 21 Mar. 2022",
"What gets less attention is the shortage of people who know how to make sense of statistical experiments and generalize them to a larger population. \u2014 Allison Schrager, WSJ , 27 Mar. 2022",
"Intriguing as this was, the model only worked in two-dimensional space, and Dubovsky had no clue how to generalize it. \u2014 Quanta Magazine , 1 Mar. 2022",
"There are other issues with the study, but these two items alone clearly demonstrate how the study's results cannot be used to generalize about blue hydrogen. \u2014 Nils Rokke, Forbes , 6 Sep. 2021",
"Not to generalize too much, but men love gifts that are practical. \u2014 Isiah Magsino, Vogue , 31 Jan. 2022",
"As a result, GHN-2\u2019s predictive prowess is more likely to generalize well to unseen target architectures. \u2014 Quanta Magazine , 25 Jan. 2022"
"The patient has been experiencing generalized pain.",
"Recent Examples on the Web",
"But advocates like the Midwives Alliance of North America say these statistics are too generalized and do not take into account the option for midwifery or a doula in the home or the outcomes for low risk pregnancies. \u2014 Candace Smith, ABC News , 17 June 2022",
"Unlike more generalized outreach programs, HomeAid Atlanta seeks the specific skills and materials needed to construct housing. \u2014 AccessAtlanta , 2 June 2022",
"Dozens of public health labs across the country now use a more generalized test for orthopoxvirus, a larger category that includes monkeypox, smallpox and other viruses. \u2014 Jacqueline Howard And Michael Nedelman, CNN , 30 May 2022",
"The generalized focus of this story has of course been the staggering dollar value of the sale and the involvement of Christie's. \u2014 Nabyl Charania, Forbes , 4 June 2021",
"Not everyone infected with the West Africa clade seems to get a generalized rash that is normally associated with the virus, Heymann adds. \u2014 Sarah Zhang, The Atlantic , 3 June 2022",
"Patient services phone lines and insurance websites often give you an overwhelming, generalized list of providers, Dr. Crawford says. \u2014 Carolyn L. Todd, SELF , 17 May 2022",
"There are mental health caregiver support groups and more generalized caregiver communities as well. \u2014 Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence , 16 May 2022",
"For more generalized and predominantly psychological fatigue, however, such clear metrics are lacking. \u2014 Outside Online , 5 Nov. 2020"
": an anxiety disorder marked by chronic excessive anxiety and worry that is difficult to control, causes distress or impairment in daily functioning, and is accompanied by three or more associated symptoms (such as restlessness, irritability, poor concentration, and sleep disturbances)":[
"In reality, the TV personality, 48, has suffered from generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) and panic attacks for much of his life. \u2014 Jenna Ryu, USA TODAY , 31 May 2022",
"In 2018, Carson Daly revealed his generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) to the world. \u2014 Jenna Ryu, USA TODAY , 31 May 2022",
"Women are more likely to be diagnosed with generalized anxiety disorder than men and more than twice as likely to be diagnosed with depression, according to the Mayo Clinic. \u2014 Megan Marples, CNN , 4 May 2022",
"Some might have more inclination to fall into ruminating: people experiencing depression, generalized anxiety disorder , obsessive-compulsive disorder, those with phobias, or persons with post-traumatic stress disorder. \u2014 Alex Wagner, SPIN , 27 Apr. 2022",
"In the months that followed, Birch was also diagnosed with generalized anxiety disorder . \u2014 Amy Marturana Winderl, SELF , 4 Apr. 2022",
"In the 1990s Mark Freeston and Michel Dugas were part of a team at Laval University in Quebec looking into generalized anxiety disorder . \u2014 Francine Russo, Scientific American , 14 Feb. 2022",
"Fully half met the criteria for generalized anxiety disorder . \u2014 Marion Renault, The Atlantic , 9 Feb. 2022",
"The essential diagnosis was generalized anxiety disorder , with depressive episodes. \u2014 Kaiser Health News, oregonlive , 11 Nov. 2021"
"It generally takes about a month for the shipment to arrive.",
"When stocks are up, bonds are generally down.",
"This town is generally regarded as a good place to raise kids.",
"Recent Examples on the Web",
"Monkeypox is generally a mild disease but can be serious or even deadly for people who are immunocompromised, pregnant women, a fetus or newborn, women who are breastfeeding, young children, and people with severe skin diseases such as eczema. \u2014 Dr. Celine Gounder, CBS News , 28 June 2022",
"An invitation to join the Academy is generally a perk of winning an Oscar. \u2014 Paul Grein, Billboard , 28 June 2022",
"Wiring, even at 70 or 80 years old, is generally pretty solid in these old machines, Peltz explained. \u2014 Rory Appleton, The Indianapolis Star , 28 June 2022",
"Brands compensating athletes at generally market rate. \u2014 Los Angeles Times , 27 June 2022",
"Over the years, Wisconsin\u2019s football staff generally has been successful plucking recruits from nearby states, particularly Minnesota. \u2014 Jeff Potrykus, Journal Sentinel , 27 June 2022",
"The film was generally well-received, though at least one critic saw a good Nolan film but a less-than-stellar adaptation. \u2014 cleveland , 25 June 2022",
"Another bonus is that duffel bags\u2014even wheeled ones\u2014are generally less expensive than their hard-sided counterparts. \u2014 Rachel Klein, Popular Mechanics , 24 June 2022",
"Showers are generally weak and ineffectual, hotel room air conditioning a cruel hoax, and the size of both restaurant portions and parking spaces often measly. \u2014 Mike Duff, Car and Driver , 24 June 2022"
"No public financing was requested for the project, which is expected to generate $276,000 in tax revenue for Oak Creek, the release said. \u2014 Erik S. Hanley, Journal Sentinel , 29 June 2022",
"The animated comedy is expected to generate at least $65 million to $70 million in its debut over the July 4th holiday weekend. \u2014 Rebecca Rubin, Variety , 27 June 2022",
"With daily production of 13,000 barrels of oil equivalent, the assets are expected to generate more than $400 million in earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization over the next 12 months, the people said. \u2014 Rachel Butt, Bloomberg.com , 10 June 2022",
"In New York, Mayor Eric Adams has proposed that the city invest $4.8 million next year in the local cannabis industry, which is expected to generate nearly $1.3 billion in the first year of legal sales. \u2014 New York Times , 1 June 2022",
"It is expected to generate about $26 million next year. \u2014 San Diego Union-Tribune , 29 May 2022",
"In 2022, eCommerce is expected to generate $5.5 trillion in sales. \u2014 Josh Wilson, Forbes , 20 May 2022",
"As a whole, the subdivision is expected to generate annual tax revenue of $650,000 to $1,027,000, according to the city. \u2014 Alex Groth, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel , 16 May 2022",
"The approach by the Boston FIRST team is expected to generate 400 investigative leads based on the recovery of 100 firearms in the city this year. \u2014 Matt Yan, BostonGlobe.com , 12 May 2022"
"The cross-pollination between musicians and poets (who still frequently perform and record together) is one of the most generative aspects of the movement. \u2014 Michael Datcher, Los Angeles Times , 14 Apr. 2022",
"The generative alchemy of a border town might offer clues for fresh thinking about other divisions: between racial or gender categories, the material and the spiritual worlds, the living and the dead. \u2014 New York Times , 23 Mar. 2022",
"Brown's actions proved generative , with more than 80 universities in North America and Europe conducting their own investigations into their past relationship with slavery. \u2014 Peniel E. Joseph, CNN , 29 Apr. 2022",
"Boonji Project is a perfect example of what is possible when a project challenges the realm of possibility in generative art, utility, and community. \u2014 Forbes , 22 Oct. 2021",
"One last startup of note in this category is Resemble AI, which specializes in generating realistic human voices using generative adversarial networks (GANs). \u2014 Rob Toews, Forbes , 28 Mar. 2022",
"Far from being a waste, enjoyment is generative and restorative, and thus worthy of time and resources. \u2014 Arthur C. Brooks, The Atlantic , 24 Mar. 2022",
"Deepfakes use an artificial intelligence technique called a generative adversarial network, or GAN, and can run on open-source software and graphics cards that are readily procurable. \u2014 Jeremy Kahn, Fortune , 17 Mar. 2022",
"Terrifying to her enemies, promising righteous retribution to her friends\u2014especially the pharaohs\u2014Sekhmet kept the ancient world\u2019s generative and destructive forces in balance. \u2014 Rob Haskell, Vogue , 15 Mar. 2022"
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"Olmsted Township has a large community room in its Fitch Road administration building, which also has a generator . \u2014 cleveland , 27 Sep. 2021",
"The market does not have a generator , and DeAngelo hoped power would remain on, as shoppers blitzed the store for necessities. \u2014 Nora Mishanec, SFChronicle.com , 25 Oct. 2020",
"However, Paramount's recent surge shows the value of theatrical as a revenue generator right as Wall Street has finally realized that streaming isn\u2019t a miracle cure. \u2014 Scott Mendelson, Forbes , 3 June 2022",
"The nuGen haul truck started life as a Komatsu 930E with a diesel-electric powertrain, in which a 16-cylinder engine acted as a generator to power the truck's electric traction motors. \u2014 Jonathan M. Gitlin, Ars Technica , 6 May 2022",
"In a commercial version of the system, an electric motor, ideally powered by clean energy, would pump the water, and act as a generator when the water returned. \u2014 Matthew Hutson, The New Yorker , 18 Apr. 2022",
"Stivers downplayed the bill\u2019s potential as a revenue generator for the state. \u2014 Bruce Schreiner, The Courier-Journal , 8 Apr. 2022",
"The District traffic enforcement program, launched more than two decades ago, has earned a reputation as a revenue generator , with critics blasting city leaders as targeting commuters and depending too much on devices to enforce traffic laws. \u2014 Washington Post , 24 Mar. 2022",
"Others like the ability to use the battery as a portable generator and power source. \u2014 The Week Staff, The Week , 19 Feb. 2022"
"\u201cFlu\u201d is sometimes used as a generic term for any illness caused by a virus.",
"a love of big things\u2014big cars, big meals\u2014seems to be a generic trait of the American people",
"Noun",
"You can substitute generics for brand-name drugs on this health plan.",
"Recent Examples on the Web: Adjective",
"International pharmaceutical companies that made misoprostol were hit with boycotts and stopped producing it; a small domestic company took over manufacturing a generic version of the drug to sell only to the Ministry of Health for hospital use. \u2014 New York Times , 28 June 2022",
"Wisp sells Levonorgestrel, a generic version of the Plan B pill, for $17. \u2014 Megan Cerullo, CBS News , 28 June 2022",
"Perhaps the most prescribed drug in the U.S. is the generic version of Lipitor \u2013 atorvastatin. \u2014 John Lamattina, Forbes , 10 June 2022",
"In 2019, a generic version of the drug manufactured by a company called GenBioPro was approved by the FDA. \u2014 Anne Flaherty, ABC News , 11 May 2022",
"In addition, Teva Pharmaceuticals will pay $195 million, and also provide $84 million worth of its generic version of Narcan, a nasal spray that is used to treat opioid overdoses in emergencies. \u2014 Ed Silverman, STAT , 4 Apr. 2022",
"Thirty-five manufacturers around the world have signed on to produce the generic version of Pfizer's COVID-19 antiviral treatment pill Paxlovid. \u2014 Natasha Dado, PEOPLE.com , 18 Mar. 2022",
"And two months after Novo Nordisk introduced a generic version of Novolog in 2020, its uptake was even slower, according to GoodRx.com. \u2014 Erin Alberty, The Salt Lake Tribune , 8 Mar. 2022",
"Per The Journal, before Costco goes down this road and develops a generic version of a product through its private label",
"Recent Examples on the Web: Noun",
"However, just before their patent expires, companies with brand-name drugs sell their own medication as a generic under a different name. \u2014 Robert Pearl, Forbes , 29 June 2022",
"The Swiss drugmaker developed the brand-name version of valsartan, marketed as Diovan, and its Sandoz unit sells a generic . \u2014 Anna Edney, Fortune , 7 May 2022",
"Oral forms of buprenorphine have been available to treat addiction since 2002 and can be purchased as a generic for less than $100 a month. \u2014 Jenny Gold, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel , 25 May 2022",
"Misoprostol is a common generic that is also used for stomach ailments. \u2014 Washington Post , 4 May 2022",
"These contracts cannot include provisions that would prevent a pharmacist from disclosing if a different medication, like a generic , would be cheaper for a customer. \u2014 Dave Boucher, Detroit Free Press , 23 Feb. 2022",
"The costs can be daunting: a monthly supply of PrEP runs $60 for a generic and up to $2,000 for brand-name drugs like Truvada and Descovy. \u2014 Sarah Varney, CNN , 28 Feb. 2022",
"Harm reduction advocates believe in easy access to Narcan ( generic : naloxone), which reverses opioid overdoses. \u2014 Freep.com , 21 Jan. 2022",
"One of the easiest things to do is to carry Narcan ( generic : naloxone), which reverses most opioid overdoses. \u2014 Georgea Kovanis, Detroit Free Press , 18 Nov. 2021"
"a sidewalk beggar who benefited from the generosity of kindhearted passersby",
"Recent Examples on the Web",
"Saget was revered throughout the industry for his kindness, generosity , and incredible comedic talent; audiences considered the Full House star America's dad. \u2014 Ew Staff, EW.com , 1 July 2022",
"The family of a Marine pilot from New Hampshire killed in an Osprey crash in California last week remembered him over the weekend for his loyalty, generosity , and willingness to help the people around him. \u2014 John Hilliard, BostonGlobe.com , 12 June 2022",
"This remarkable heritage brand from does more than just inspire compassion, generosity , and bravery. \u2014 Bianca Salonga, Forbes , 7 June 2022",
"Several people spoke to me about Michelle\u2019s generosity as a mentor. \u2014 Emily Nussbaum, The New Yorker , 13 June 2022",
"Andrea Cameron \u2014 a woman defined by her infectious smile and unparalleled generosity \u2014 helped countless individuals through Jupiter better themselves and in turn, became a mom to everyone the community. \u2014 Daniella Genovese, Fox News , 10 June 2022",
"But her greatest and most exquisite act of bravery and generosity has been to 'normalize' her death. \u2014 Stephanie Wenger, PEOPLE.com , 9 June 2022",
"These brands returned to the very essence of fine jewelry, tapping into its sentimental and emotional attributes to cultivate a culture of love, compassion, and generosity . \u2014 Bianca Salonga, Forbes , 8 June 2022",
"The students\u2019 generosity inspired him to create The Happy World Foundation (HWF), a global education nonprofit, in honor of his late brother. \u2014 Mariah Espada, Time , 8 June 2022"
"The school raised the money through donations from generous alumni.",
"He was generous with both his time and his money.",
"She has always been very generous toward the poor.",
"This restaurant is known for its generous portions.",
"a generous helping of mashed potatoes",
"She has a generous heart.",
"He has generous sympathy for unemployed workers.",
"Recent Examples on the Web",
"But what\u2019s almost more exciting is how that work comes about because the Russos are so generous with their time and with their creativity that, that project wouldn\u2019t have come about. \u2014 Erica Gonzales, ELLE , 21 June 2022",
"During the bull market of 2021, companies were generous with their largesse. \u2014 Kevin Kelleher, Fortune , 1 June 2022",
"Richard Alston, head of the classics department at Royal Holloway, said that in addition to her own scholarship, Professor Claridge was generous with help and advice. \u2014 New York Times , 22 May 2022",
"The ingredients are mixed together, and Estefan is generous with the rum (see the video at the top of this story). \u2014 Forrest Brown, CNN , 13 May 2022",
"Seats in the premium cabin feature a 43-inch seat pitch and generous 12-inch recline, but services are more aligned with premium economy than business class. \u2014 David Nikel, Forbes , 5 May 2022",
"The San Antonio Botanical Garden also has a successful martin housing area and is generous with information. \u2014 Calvin Finch, San Antonio Express-News , 4 Mar. 2022",
"Vembu Vaidyanathan has always been generous with gratitude towards those who have been part of his ride to success. \u2014 Manavi Kapur, Quartz , 24 Feb. 2022",
"Mike Stepner, the long-time city planner, said Sadler was generous with his time and enjoyed advising students at the NewSchool of Architecture and Design and encouraged them to volunteer in the community. \u2014 San Diego Union-Tribune , 18 Feb. 2022"
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"The school raised the money through donations from generous alumni.",
"He was generous with both his time and his money.",
"She has always been very generous toward the poor.",
"This restaurant is known for its generous portions.",
"a generous helping of mashed potatoes",
"She has a generous heart.",
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"Deep ramen bowls and big oval dinner plates line the cabinets at the end of the bar, a signal, perhaps, that portions will be generous . \u2014 Danny Palumbo, Los Angeles Times , 27 June 2022",
"The controversy around Latimer\u2019s indigenous ancestry sparked criticism from the Canadian film industry, where generous subsidies are increasingly on offer to First Nations filmmakers amid an industry reckoning. \u2014 Etan Vlessing, The Hollywood Reporter , 22 June 2022",
"British Columbia has become a hub for TV production in the last couple decades, thanks to generous subsidies from the provincial and federal governments. \u2014 Gene Maddaus, Variety , 8 June 2022",
"At the end of the year, the generous subsidies for health insurance purchased through Obamacare\u2019s exchanges that were enacted as part of the American Rescue Plan Act last March are set to expire. \u2014 Sally Pipes, Forbes , 6 June 2022",
"Beijing has set aggressive production quotas for car makers and provided generous subsidies for buyers. \u2014 Allysia Finley, WSJ , 19 May 2022",
"Millions of Americans who gained Medicaid health insurance during the COVID-19 pandemic could lose coverage this year or next year when generous federal subsidies end, a new analysis found. \u2014 Ken Alltucker, USA TODAY , 10 May 2022",
"They were also won over by the generous public subsidies that helped pay for the Raiders\u2019 new stadium when the league approved the team\u2019s move here in 2017. \u2014 New York Times , 28 Apr. 2022",
"Thanks to generous donations, all services are free and available to people in need. \u2014 Rich Heileman, cleveland , 22 Apr. 2022"
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"a book about the genesis of the civil rights movement",
"was present at the meeting which was later considered the genesis of the new political movement",
"Recent Examples on the Web: Noun",
"The genesis of WMN Creator Hub was a commitment to keep the artist and fan relationship at the center of CMA Fest programming and beyond. \u2014 Annie Reuter, Forbes , 6 June 2022",
"No matter the genesis of the look (Kate Moss for Topshop is another of her personal favorites), Bannerman\u2019s aim is to show each piece as something uniquely valuable, not simply a second-hand steal. \u2014 Alice Newbold, Vogue , 31 May 2022",
"The genesis came after Brooker came to speak at an event sponsored by Gensler, Goldstein recalled. \u2014 Christiaan Hetzner, Fortune , 7 June 2022",
"Pantry Director Diane Renner said the genesis of Saturday\u2019s event came during a meeting weeks ago when one of the gardening staff members mentioned having read about the new legislation. \u2014 David Sharos, Chicago Tribune , 7 May 2022",
"But the real genesis of that incredible performance came in the opening minutes of the second half. \u2014 Kent Somers, The Arizona Republic , 4 May 2022",
"The genesis of Vitale's deep association with pediatric cancer came from a little girl, Payton Wright. \u2014 Scott Gleeson, USA TODAY , 29 Mar. 2022",
"There was that sort of frivolity or irreverence, with these elements of confrontation\u2014that goes back to the very earliest genesis of my writing. \u2014 Deborah Treisman, The New Yorker , 18 Feb. 2022",
"Tantalus\u2019 smart grid solutions\u2019 genesis came in 1999, at the annual technology conference of the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association. \u2014 Llewellyn King, Forbes , 30 Dec. 2021"
"Changing just one letter in a genetic sequence may produce results that are good, bad, or undetectable, and very often the outcome doesn't follow logical expectations. \u2014 Eben Bayer, Forbes , 24 June 2022",
"The genetic sequence closely matches that of a case in Portugal. \u2014 Beth Mole, Ars Technica , 23 May 2022",
"Then, the sample is sent to the CDC, which has so far confirmed that the Massachusetts man is infected with monkeypox and found the genetic sequence of the virus to be similar to one identified in a patient in Portugal, McQuiston said. \u2014 Karen Weintraub, USA TODAY , 23 May 2022",
"McFadden said the genetic sequence of the monkeypox virus that has infected people in Europe looks relatively run-of-the-mill. \u2014 Aria Bendix, NBC News , 21 May 2022",
"Almost two months later, a taxidermist in Eaton County also tested positive and showed the same two mutations in his sample\u2019s genetic sequence. \u2014 Detroit Free Press , 17 Apr. 2022",
"For years, around 8% of the genetic sequence remained unfilled. \u2014 Bradford Betz, Fox News , 1 Apr. 2022",
"Only with that genetic sequence could researchers start working on tests, drugs and vaccines. \u2014 New York Times , 21 Mar. 2022",
"The authors found that UNC13A RNA in ALS patients included an extra stretch of genetic sequence. \u2014 Jonathan Wosen, STAT , 28 Feb. 2022"
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": the biochemical basis of heredity consisting of codons in DNA and RNA that determine the specific amino acid sequence in proteins and appear to be uniform for nearly all known forms of life":[]
"Clearly, tenOever said, there\u2019s an overly powerful inflammatory response against the virus, possibly because coronaviruses have a more stable and longer lasting genetic code than flu. \u2014 Jason Mast, STAT , 13 June 2022",
"Most of the delta-omicron hybrid samples found so far feature a genetic code that looks very similar to the original delta variant, but with one key addition. \u2014 NBC News , 16 Mar. 2022",
"Currently, doctors determine which treatment to try for a patient based on where in their DNA, or genetic code , the error that caused the cancer is located. \u2014 Jacqulyne Robichaux, The Conversation , 25 Oct. 2021",
"Ultimately, the researchers pieced together the entire genetic code for a single version of a genome. \u2014 NBC News , 31 Mar. 2022",
"But the virus has continued to evolve into new, concerning variants, each with a slightly different genetic code . \u2014 Sony Salzman, ABC News , 26 Jan. 2022",
"These repeats are also involved in the production of ribosomes, the factories that allow cells to make proteins, transforming the genetic code into action. \u2014 Karen Weintraub, USA TODAY , 31 Mar. 2022",
"Technology known as Crispr enables researchers to make precise changes, or edits, to the genetic code , which could lead to therapies for genetic diseases, cancer and other conditions. \u2014 Brian Gormley, WSJ , 10 Mar. 2022",
"One way to do so could be with a short snippet of genetic code that binds to messenger RNA and prevents or corrects UNC13A splicing defects. \u2014 Jonathan Wosen, STAT , 28 Feb. 2022"
": guidance relating to genetic disorders that is provided by a medical professional typically to individuals with an increased risk of having a child with such a disorder":[]
"Pamela spoke about her experience with genetic counseling while pregnant. \u2014 Laura Johnston, cleveland , 11 June 2022",
"After full blood, physical, cognitive and genetic workups, patients were provided with individualized genetic counseling and education. \u2014 Sandee Lamotte, CNN , 26 Apr. 2022",
"In our experience providing patients with genetic counseling , acknowledging and directly addressing scientific uncertainty is both possible and beneficial. \u2014 Chenery Lowe, STAT , 24 Jan. 2022",
"The company offers free genetic counseling to patients who screen positive. \u2014 New York Times , 1 Jan. 2022",
"The data must be analyzed and interpreted, and the patients may require interventions based on the results, alongside extensive genetic counseling to guide the parents. \u2014 Grace Browne, Wired , 25 Nov. 2021",
"Genetic testing company Genome Medical acquired GeneMatters, which provides telehealth genetic counseling , and closed a $60 million Series C round led by Casdin Capital. \u2014 Stat Staff, STAT , 31 Aug. 2021",
"By the mid-1990s, there were 19 genetic counseling programs nationwide, all of which were modeled on the Sarah Lawrence program and five of which were directed by Sarah Lawrence graduates. \u2014 New York Times , 2 Oct. 2020",
"If there is concern that other family members may also have CCM, genetic counseling can help find out. \u2014 Claire Gillespie, Health.com , 14 Sep. 2020"
"The researchers could tell the changes were adaptive rather than just genetic drift . \u2014 Doug Johnson, Ars Technica , 21 Mar. 2022",
"Perhaps in groups like mammals, which have small population sizes, a rearrangement could randomly spread through what\u2019s known as genetic drift , Rokhsar suggests. \u2014 Quanta Magazine , 2 Feb. 2022",
"The random rise or fall of gene variants in a population is known as genetic drift . \u2014 Quanta Magazine , 8 Dec. 2020",
"Many of the conservation herds overseen directly by the Interior Department have 400 or fewer animals \u2014 leaving them prone to problems of inbreeding and genetic drift that reduce environmental adaptability. \u2014 Washington Post , 3 Nov. 2019",
"In a growing population, chance effects, known more formally in evolutionary theory as genetic drift , can become more powerful than natural selection. \u2014 Quanta Magazine , 2 Aug. 2013",
"Just print the precise vaccine required at thousands of locations across the country, adjusting the design to account for genetic drift . \u2014 Andrew Hessel, Ars Technica , 20 June 2019",
"The new study suggests the DNA disparity, not uncommon in small island populations, is a clear case of genetic drift : Chance determined which genes got passed to subsequent generations. \u2014 Bridget Alex, Discover Magazine , 1 Jan. 2019",
"But genes can sometimes also become widespread just through random chance, a phenomenon called genetic drift . \u2014 Cathleen O'grady, Ars Technica , 3 Nov. 2017"
": the group of applied techniques of genetics and biotechnology used to cut up and join together genetic material and especially DNA from one or more species of organism and to introduce the result into an organism in order to change one or more of its characteristics":[]
"There is an active genetic engineering research program being pursued by a multi-party team involving Texas A&M, The University of Florida, Southern Gardens Citrus, Purdue University, the University of California and the USDA. \u2014 Steven Savage, Forbes , 26 Jan. 2022",
"But even scientists who see the potential of genetic engineering are uneasy about releasing the transgenic insects because of how hard such trials are to control. \u2014 Los Angeles Times , 9 Apr. 2022",
"Through genetic engineering , scientists have gained increasing powers to reshape nature. \u2014 Melody Petersenstaff Writer, Los Angeles Times , 8 Apr. 2022",
"After the coronavirus genome was sequenced, Dr. Holmes was puzzled to see some bits of genetic material that looked like they might have been put there through genetic engineering . \u2014 New York Times , 21 Mar. 2022",
"Finding such a distinct biological signature in a virus from a wild animal strengthened Dr. Holmes\u2019s confidence that SARS-CoV-2 was not the product of genetic engineering . \u2014 New York Times , 21 Mar. 2022",
"Part of the appeal for those investors is less about woolly mammoths and the potential of genetic engineering to advance human health and enhance global food production. \u2014 Chris Morris, Fortune , 9 Mar. 2022",
"The publication that describes the work contains extensive details on the genetic engineering used to ensure that the pig tissue would survive in a human host. \u2014 John Timmer, Ars Technica , 20 Jan. 2022",
"The first attempt to control the muscles relied on a bit of genetic engineering . \u2014 John Timmer, Ars Technica , 14 Feb. 2022"
"But this genetic fingerprinting process also works on the species level; all silver carp, for example, share an identical sequence of nucleotides at various places in their DNA. \u2014 jsonline.com , 30 Aug. 2021",
"His subsequent conviction resulted from a new tactic in wildlife preservation: The genetic fingerprinting methods that have been so successful in the criminal justice system are now being used to solve poaching crimes. \u2014 Gina Kolata, New York Times , 8 Jan. 2018"
": the decrease in fitness of the average individual in a population relative to the fittest genotype due to the presence of deleterious genes in the gene pool":[]
"The study, published Thursday in Science, offered the first complete genetic map of the coffee plant. \u2014 Lauren Steele, Outside Online , 5 Sep. 2014",
"Their genetic map also revealed that up until about 2,000 B.C.E., horse populations across Europe and Asia were genetically diverse. \u2014 Rasha Aridi, Smithsonian Magazine , 22 Oct. 2021",
"But to find out which regions produce useful traits, researchers needed a reference point \u2013 a genetic map of switchgrass. \u2014 Lee Roop | Lroop@al.com, al , 12 Feb. 2021",
"Armed with their prior research, Corbett and Graham had a head start when Chinese scientists shared the genetic map of the new coronavirus in January 2020. \u2014 Jonathan Lemire, Anchorage Daily News , 11 Feb. 2021",
"Scientists sequence the genome -- the entire genetic map of the virus -- to find mutations that could affect how the virus spreads. \u2014 Elizabeth Cohen, CNN , 3 Jan. 2021",
"The race to find the genetic map of the virus started in late December, according to the story that unfolds in interviews, documents and the WHO recordings. \u2014 Fox News , 3 June 2020",
"The race to find the genetic map of the virus started in late December, according to the story that unfolds in interviews, documents and the WHO recordings. \u2014 Fox News , 3 June 2020",
"The race to find the genetic map of the virus started in late December, according to the story that unfolds in interviews, documents and the WHO recordings. \u2014 Fox News , 3 June 2020"
": a permanent alteration in the nucleotide sequence of one or more genes or in the number or structure of one or more chromosomes":[
"Lacking working copies of the p53 gene, cells can begin to divide without check, though several other genetic mutations are thought to be needed to foster a full-blown malignancy.",
": of, relating to, caused by, or controlled by genes":[
"a genetic disease",
"genetic variation"
],
": of, relating to, or involving genetics":[],
": relating to or determined by the origin, development, or causal antecedents of something":[]
},
"examples":[
"Adjective",
"hemophilia and other genetic medical disorders",
"Recent Examples on the Web: Adjective",
"Changing just one letter in a genetic sequence may produce results that are good, bad, or undetectable, and very often the outcome doesn't follow logical expectations. \u2014 Eben Bayer, Forbes , 24 June 2022",
"The genetic sequence closely matches that of a case in Portugal. \u2014 Beth Mole, Ars Technica , 23 May 2022",
"Then, the sample is sent to the CDC, which has so far confirmed that the Massachusetts man is infected with monkeypox and found the genetic sequence of the virus to be similar to one identified in a patient in Portugal, McQuiston said. \u2014 Karen Weintraub, USA TODAY , 23 May 2022",
"McFadden said the genetic sequence of the monkeypox virus that has infected people in Europe looks relatively run-of-the-mill. \u2014 Aria Bendix, NBC News , 21 May 2022",
"Almost two months later, a taxidermist in Eaton County also tested positive and showed the same two mutations in his sample\u2019s genetic sequence. \u2014 Detroit Free Press , 17 Apr. 2022",
"For years, around 8% of the genetic sequence remained unfilled. \u2014 Bradford Betz, Fox News , 1 Apr. 2022",
"Only with that genetic sequence could researchers start working on tests, drugs and vaccines. \u2014 New York Times , 21 Mar. 2022",
"The authors found that UNC13A RNA in ALS patients included an extra stretch of genetic sequence. \u2014 Jonathan Wosen, STAT , 28 Feb. 2022"
],
"first_known_use":{
"1750, in the meaning defined at sense 1":"Adjective"
"The team took samples from around 30 coyotes in Louisiana and analyzed their genetics for similarity to red wolves. \u2014 Zoe Sottile, CNN , 2 July 2022",
"Experts say that a combination of factors control whether an individual contracts COVID-19, including their environment, their behaviors, and their genetics . \u2014 Camille Caldera, BostonGlobe.com , 21 June 2022",
"Systemic barriers, along with our genetics , can contribute, too. \u2014 SELF , 18 June 2022",
"Doesn\u2019t this create a problem with their genetics since all their offspring are, well, close relatives",
"But, unsurprisingly considering their genetics , the Reaves boys made their names on the court. \u2014 Los Angeles Times , 13 June 2022",
"Nearly all species of flowering plants require pollination to produce new seeds and fruits, and to sustain their genetics . \u2014 Leah Taylor, San Diego Union-Tribune , 11 June 2022",
"Despite the fact that they've been raised in the same conditions and their genetics are nearly identical, each mouse will invariably have somewhat different experiences. \u2014 John Timmer, Ars Technica , 11 May 2022",
"The shooter\u2019s document deceptively extracts data from the 2018 study, combining it with another genetics study to present statistical artifacts to bolster the shooter\u2019s false claims. \u2014 Robbee Wedow, Scientific American , 26 May 2022"
"Greek geneion chin, from genys jaw \u2014 more at chin":"Adjective",
"Latin genialis , from genius":"Adjective"
},
"pronounciation":[
"\u02c8j\u0113n-y\u0259l",
"\u02c8j\u0113-n\u0113-\u0259l",
"ji-\u02c8n\u012b(-\u0259)l"
],
"synonym_discussion":"Choose the Right Synonym for genial Adjective (1) gracious , cordial , affable , genial , sociable mean markedly pleasant and easy in social intercourse. gracious implies courtesy and kindly consideration. the gracious award winner thanked her colleagues cordial stresses warmth and heartiness. our host was cordial as he greeted us affable implies easy approachability and readiness to respond pleasantly to conversation or requests or proposals. though wealthy, she was affable to all genial stresses cheerfulness and even joviality. a genial companion with a ready quip sociable suggests a genuine liking for the companionship of others. sociable people who enjoy entertaining",
"Soybeans are high in fiber, as well as compounds called isoflavones, which include daidzein and genistein . \u2014 Maggie Fox, NBC News , 30 Oct. 2017",
"The idea that plant hormones\u2014such as genistein , the primary phytoestrogen in soy\u2014can interfere with mammalian development is not new. \u2014 Deborah Blum, Slate Magazine , 3 Aug. 2017"
": of, relating to, or characterized by the stage of psychosexual development in psychoanalytic theory following the latency (see latency sense 3 ) period and during which oral and anal impulses are subordinated to adaptive interpersonal mechanisms":[]
"In the current outbreak, health authorities have described rashes concentrated in the genital area. \u2014 Denise Roland And Jon Kamp, WSJ , 26 June 2022",
"Officials continued to stress awareness of the symptoms of monkeypox, such as a rash that may look like pimples or blisters that often first appears in the genital area. \u2014 Jonah Valdezstaff Writer, Los Angeles Times , 23 June 2022",
"But the glands found in the armpits and genital area are different: apocrine glands excrete a thicker fluid that \u2014 upon contact with bacteria found on the skin \u2014 results in body odor. \u2014 Dianna Mazzone, Allure , 17 June 2022",
"Unfortunately, the genital area isn\u2019t the only place where plaque psoriasis can hurt. \u2014 Eleesha Lockett, SELF , 17 June 2022",
"Several recent patients reported rashes in the genital area that did not spread to the rest of the body, which could make the infections less visible. \u2014 Cindy Krischer Goodman, Sun Sentinel , 7 June 2022",
"Several recent patients have reported rashes in the genital area that did not spread to the rest of the body. \u2014 Aria Bendix, NBC News , 26 May 2022",
"In many cases, the rash begins in the genital and anal areas. \u2014 Beth Mole, Ars Technica , 10 June 2022",
"That can cause infection in the genital or anal areas. \u2014 Ella Lee, USA TODAY , 9 Dec. 2021"
"According to the Centers for Disease Control, since the HPV vaccine was introduced, the kinds of HPV infections that lead to cancer and genital warts have dropped by 86 percent among teen girls in the U.S. \u2014 Popular Science , 12 Feb. 2020",
"With just one vaccine, physicians can prevent 90% of cervical and anal cancers and genital warts , Medani said. \u2014 Mary Grace Keller, baltimoresun.com/maryland/carroll , 15 Oct. 2019",
"Today, the plant is used in medicines that treat genital warts , which are a precursor to cancer, and as a treatment for some cancers. \u2014 Cindy Dampier, chicagotribune.com , 25 July 2019",
"Although genital warts can go away on their own, seeing a doctor can get rid of them faster. \u2014 Zahra Barnes, SELF , 2 July 2019",
"Waxing and shaving could also irritate the skin and trigger an HPV, or genital wart , outbreak in a person who already has the virus. \u2014 Kaitlin Sullivan, NBC News , 4 Sep. 2019",
"The study, reported the BBC, seemed to show that cases of genital warts fell considerably in young men and women over 30. \u2014 Joshua Bote, USA TODAY , 27 June 2019",
"Gardasil 9, which is the one that protects against nine strains of HPV \u2014 seven high-risk and the two that cause genital warts \u2014 is now approved from ages 9 to 45. \u2014 Julia Belluz, Vox , 14 Aug. 2019",
"Sometimes, genital warts disappear all on their own. \u2014 Zahra Barnes, SELF , 8 Aug. 2019"
": the sexual or reproductive organs located on the outside of the body : genitalia":[
"Frontal male nudity, however, doesn't sit too well with the Motion Picture Association of America. Excessive shots of male genitals almost always ensure an NC-17 rating \u2026",
"\u2014 Ryan Murphy",
"Symptoms of infection include discharges from the penis or vagina and burning and itching of the genitals .",
"Plus, this year, doctors have been seeing more monkeypox lesions concentrated on people\u2019s genitals than before, as I\u2019ve also recently described for Forbes. \u2014 Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes , 25 June 2022",
"All seven face single counts of assault and battery, while one also is charged with indecent assault and battery for allegedly grabbing Coucelos\u2019s genitals . \u2014 Globe Staff, BostonGlobe.com , 24 June 2022",
"Such policies often require only that all students wear a top, bottom and shoes and cover their breasts, genitals and buttocks with opaque fabric. \u2014 Chicago Tribune , 26 May 2022",
"Her underwear appeared to have been removed and the hand of an unseen person was touching her genitals . \u2014 Patrick Radden Keefe, The New Yorker , 6 June 2022",
"Luis Davila-Qui\u00f1ones is accused of exposing his genitals to several Bellalago Academy students during recess on May 12, the agency said in a statement. \u2014 Lisa Maria Garza, Orlando Sentinel , 23 May 2022",
"Before that, there was the dental dam, which is a rectangular sheet of latex that forms a barrier between the mouth and genitals . \u2014 Kevin L. Clark, Essence , 20 May 2022",
"Many patients with confirmed monkeypox in the current outbreak have reported a rash or lesions on their genitals , which some doctors may have mischaracterized as herpes or syphilis, the CDC said. \u2014 Erika Edwards, NBC News , 23 May 2022",
"But even at a moment in which male genitals have become more commonplace on prestige television, the scene stands out for the variety of the display, as well as the unusual degree of realism. \u2014 New York Times , 16 Mar. 2022"
"As a clinician, Hahn specialized in treating lung and genitourinary cancers. \u2014 Jen Christensen, CNN , 1 Nov. 2019",
"About 1,367 male military members suffered genitourinary injuries from 2001 to 2013, according to data from the Department of Defense Trauma Registry cited by the Baltimore Sun. \u2014 Eli Rosenberg, ajc , 25 Apr. 2018",
"According to the Baltimore Sun, 1,367 male service members were placed on the Department of Defense Trauma Registry with genitourinary injuries between 2001 and 2013. \u2014 Madeleine Aggeler, The Cut , 24 Apr. 2018",
"The Department of Defense Trauma Registry has recorded 1,367 male service members who survived with genitourinary injuries between 2001 and 2013. \u2014 Fox News , 23 Apr. 2018",
"The Department of Defense Trauma Registry has recorded 1,367 male service members who survived with genitourinary injuries between 2001 and 2013. \u2014 Lauren Neergaard, BostonGlobe.com , 23 Apr. 2018",
"The Department of Defense Trauma Registry has recorded 1,367 male service members who survived with genitourinary injuries between 2001 and 2013. \u2014 CBS News , 23 Apr. 2018",
"The Department of Defense Trauma Registry has recorded 1,367 male service members who survived with genitourinary injuries between 2001 and 2013. \u2014 Washington Post , 23 Apr. 2018",
"The Department of Defense Trauma Registry has recorded 1,367 male service members who survived with genitourinary injuries between 2001 and 2013. \u2014 Lauran Neergaard, chicagotribune.com , 23 Apr. 2018"
": a strong leaning or inclination : penchant":[],
": an attendant spirit of a person or place":[],
": extraordinary intellectual power especially as manifested in creative activity":[],
": showing or suggesting great cleverness, skill, or originality : brilliant":[
"Remember how genius Henry Winkler was on Arrested Development ",
"\u2014 Entertainment Weekly",
"\"I think Lindsey Buckingham's guitar playing is genius , and Stevie Nicks' voice is really unusual.\"",
"\u2014 Justin Hawkins",
"As \" genius \" as the New York raver kids may be, it's in Britain that the mixing of fashion and club music in the nineties is at its most exciting.",
"\u2014 Vogue"
],
": spirit , jinni":[],
": the associations and traditions of a place":[]
},
"examples":[
"Noun",
"Albert Einstein and Isaac Newton were great scientific geniuses .",
"You don't have to be a genius to see that this plan will never work.",
"He was a genius at handling the press.",
"She's now widely recognized as an artist of genius .",
"He's admired for his comic genius .",
"My plan is simple\u2014that's the genius of it.",
"The genius of these new computers is their portability.",
"Recent Examples on the Web: Noun",
"Abloh\u2019s genius is present in the final product that captures the essence of basketball with the iconic range of LV luggage. \u2014 Greg Emmanuel, Essence , 2 June 2022",
"With good data, the mathematical genius in an AI algorithm and computational power is like the holy grail to guide sales professionals to greater deal outcome success and hopefully to happier behaviors and positive win outcomes as well. \u2014 Cindy Gordon, Forbes , 1 June 2022",
"His comedy genius and acting talent are part of several films and television shows. \u2014 cleveland , 13 June 2022",
"This champion of the American appetite channeled his profound genius for the public good. \u2014 Fox News , 10 June 2022",
"When news of this gets out, however, public opinion, instead of offering its usual genuflection to his genius , turns against him. \u2014 Jonathan Dee, Harper\u2019s Magazine , 25 May 2022",
"In the video, Jackson and his dancers are seen performing a gravity-defying lean that wouldn\u2019t have been possible without his creative genius . \u2014 Essence , 19 May 2022",
"My job was to capture their genius and not take shots that were superfluous. \u2014 New York Times , 18 May 2022",
"The spiritual and literal manifestation of a system that views Wash, and his genius , as a threat to be contained by any means. \u2014 Joe Otterson, Variety , 17 May 2022"
"synonym_discussion":"Choose the Right Synonym for genius Noun gift , faculty , aptitude , bent , talent , genius , knack mean a special ability for doing something. gift often implies special favor by God or nature. the gift of singing beautifully faculty applies to an innate or less often acquired ability for a particular accomplishment or function. a faculty for remembering names aptitude implies a natural liking for some activity and the likelihood of success in it. a mechanical aptitude bent is nearly equal to aptitude but it stresses inclination perhaps more than specific ability. a family with an artistic bent talent suggests a marked natural ability that needs to be developed. has enough talent to succeed genius suggests impressive inborn creative ability. has no great genius for poetry knack implies a comparatively minor but special ability making for ease and dexterity in performance. the knack of getting along",
": all or part of the genetic constitution of an individual or group \u2014 compare phenotype entry 1 sense 1":[],
": to determine all or part of the genetic constitution of":[
"Because many Icelanders have now been genotyped , meaning their DNA has been analyzed at many sites spaced across the genome, the Decode researchers were able to pick a set of 40 sites where the DNA variations were diagnostic of geographic origin.",
"\u2014 Nicholas Wade",
"Genotyping of multiple B. pseudomallei colonies from several tissue sites from four patients \u2026 showed substantial genetic diversity within a single patient \u2026",
"The fourth vaccine, EV71vac, is based on the B4 genotype and included participants as young as two months old in the phase 2 clinical trial. \u2014 William A. Haseltine, Forbes , 20 June 2022",
"Natural selection favors the variants on peaks: The average genotype or phenotype of a species should evolve by moving from one peak to the next, ideally along a ridge between them rather than through the valleys. \u2014 Quanta Magazine , 11 Jan. 2022",
"To Tobias Warnecke, a molecular evolutionary biologist at Imperial College London, fitness landscapes are an invaluable way to connect genotype to phenotype. \u2014 Quanta Magazine , 11 Jan. 2022",
"In fact, one of the studies that is almost always cited when justifying the CYP1A2 gene\u2019s impact on caffeine metabolism only found an influence of genotype among people who smoke, while failing to find any such effects among non-smokers. \u2014 Patrick Wilson, Outside Online , 15 June 2020",
"The science of cancer research has already received a boost from examining genotype and phenotype changes simultaneously, in areas ranging from solid tumors to acute myeloid leukemia (AML). \u2014 Yan Zhang, Forbes , 22 Oct. 2021",
"Meanwhile, scientists are working rapidly to learn more about plants\u2019 genes, or their genotype , and match these genetic traits with the plants\u2019 physical traits, or their phenotype. \u2014 Elizabeth Gamillo, Smithsonian Magazine , 11 Sep. 2021",
"That was the case for 97 of the 180 people with the low-carb genotype . \u2014 Sharon Begley, Scientific American , 21 Feb. 2018",
"In particular, a person\u2019s phenotype, how someone physically presents, may not hold meaningful clues for their genotype , someone\u2019s genetic make-up. \u2014 Ashley Andreou, Scientific American , 7 June 2021"
"In genre fiction there is an implied contract between writer and reader that justice of a kind will be exacted; \"good\" may not always triumph over \"evil,\" but the distinction between the two must be honored. \u2014 Joyce Carol Oates , New York Review of Books , 14 Aug. 2003",
"One of the first marketers outside of hip-hop to recognize the power of the genre \u2026 . he first sent models sashaying down the runway in 1991 in hip-hop chic, with sneakers and chunky gold chains \u2026 \u2014 Johnnie L. Roberts , Newsweek , 2 Sept. 2002",
"Even the local Catholic archdiocesan weekly, hardly an exciting genre , offers a more provocative sampling of opinion on its editorial page. \u2014 Walker Percy , \"New Orleans Mon Amour,\" 1968 , in Signposts in a Strange Land , 1991",
"This book is a classic of the mystery genre .",
"the novel's hero is of a different genre than the traditional kind",
"While New York City has been the hotbed for electronic dance music, South Africa is staking its claim in the genre by ushering in a new age of African sensibilities. \u2014 Isabela Raygoza, Rolling Stone , 22 June 2022",
"So there\u2019s something in that genre , without saying too much, that\u2019s in the works. \u2014 Yvonne Villarreal, Los Angeles Times , 21 June 2022",
"Because this one might just be one of the streamer\u2019s only titles in the genre that conservatives get a kick out of hate-watching. \u2014 Andy Meek, BGR , 21 June 2022",
"House music has its roots in Black culture, with rappers like Azealia Banks achieving mainstream success in the genre within recent years. \u2014 Stefan Sykes, NBC News , 19 June 2022",
"So why do non-country fans gravitate to Stapleton, a superstar in the country genre ",
"From Dolly Parton and Shania Twain to Taylor Swift and Mickey Guyton, the exhibit highlights the past, present, and future female trailblazers in the country music genre . \u2014 Chaise Sanders, Country Living , 11 June 2022",
"The humility aspect is that heavy weight put on the backs of particularly women in the genre about keeping you in your place. \u2014 Melissa Ruggieri, USA TODAY , 10 June 2022",
"The move comes at a time when the CMA and other country music orgs are seeking to point to growing racial diversity in the genre . \u2014 Chris Willman, Variety , 4 June 2022"
"borrowed from Latin gent-, gens literally, \"group of the same ancestry, people, nation,\" going back to Indo-European *\u01f5enh 1 -ti- \"offspring,\" derivative of *\u01f5enh 1 - \"engender, be born\" \u2014 more at kin entry 1":""
"No mail-order sleeper sofa would create enough of a cosseting vibe for a transplanted Southern gent . \u2014 Kathryn O\u2019shea-evans, WSJ , 20 May 2022",
"Levinson, both as a writer and director, slowly unveils each gent , using the Fells Point Diner as their hub and playing much of the action at night, which gives much of the film a dark attractive and almost noir mood. \u2014 Robert Osborne, The Hollywood Reporter , 2 Apr. 2022",
"Then Hoffman, who is not a dainty gent , falls backward off of the lift and on to the opposite side of the couch. \u2014 David Fear, Rolling Stone , 12 Feb. 2022",
"Case in point: This gent , who had his new Lamborghini Hurac\u00e1n seized by Danish police shortly after leaving the dealership. \u2014 Rachel Cormack, Robb Report , 8 Oct. 2021",
"He\u2019s the hairy-handed gent who ran amok in Kent in John Landis\u2019 effects-laden 1981 horror comedy. \u2014 Los Angeles Times , 15 Oct. 2021",
"This particular gent will also be fined for speeding in due course. \u2014 Rachel Cormack, Robb Report , 8 Oct. 2021",
"That\u2019s certainly true for one Sri Lankan gent , who accidentally unearthed the world\u2019s largest star sapphire cluster while renovating his home in Ratnapura. \u2014 Demetrius Simms, Robb Report , 11 Aug. 2021",
"That\u2019s certainly true for one Sri Lankan gent , who accidentally unearthed the world\u2019s largest star sapphire cluster while renovating his home in Ratnapura. \u2014 Demetrius Simms, Robb Report , 11 Aug. 2021"
"Middle English, \"of aristocratic birth, graceful, beautiful,\" borrowed from Anglo-French, going back to Latin genitus , past participle of gignere \"to engender\" \u2014 more at kin entry 1":"Adjective",
"the genteel manners of an old southern gentleman",
"Recent Examples on the Web",
"Breakfast and dinner are included in the nightly rate, and mealtime on property is remarkably genteel . \u2014 Elycia Rubin, The Hollywood Reporter , 14 May 2022",
"My wife, a genteel , sophisticated woman of great kindness, has been her usual empathetic, supportive self. \u2014 BostonGlobe.com , 25 Mar. 2021",
"Looking more closely at their policies, neither has a gender equality platform as detailed as the Greens, who are led by Adam Bandt, a former labor lawyer comfortable with conflict, albeit with a more genteel style. \u2014 Susan Harris Rimmer, CNN , 19 May 2022",
"After Barry Goldwater and Ronald Reagan, the right-wing movement and right-wing media activism had become stronger nationally\u2014and less genteel . \u2014 Moira Weigel, The New Republic , 20 Dec. 2021",
"Many first experienced this outdoor, genteel carnival in baby strollers pushed by their mothers or grandmothers. \u2014 Jacques Kelly, Baltimore Sun , 30 Apr. 2022",
"Sax master Ayler, of course, represents the freer side of jazz that was emerging prior to his 1970 passing, so prepare to have your mind and genteel sensibilities blown. \u2014 Chris Willman, Variety , 23 Apr. 2022",
"Images of old catalogues show a brand already committed to promoting a simultaneously genteel and rugged lifestyle. \u2014 Lovia Gyarkye, The Hollywood Reporter , 18 Apr. 2022",
"His network of contacts is nonpareil; his manner solicitous and genteel ; his work ethic fanatical. \u2014 New York Times , 8 Apr. 2022"
"Breakfast and dinner are included in the nightly rate, and mealtime on property is remarkably genteel . \u2014 Elycia Rubin, The Hollywood Reporter , 14 May 2022",
"My wife, a genteel , sophisticated woman of great kindness, has been her usual empathetic, supportive self. \u2014 BostonGlobe.com , 25 Mar. 2021",
"Looking more closely at their policies, neither has a gender equality platform as detailed as the Greens, who are led by Adam Bandt, a former labor lawyer comfortable with conflict, albeit with a more genteel style. \u2014 Susan Harris Rimmer, CNN , 19 May 2022",
"After Barry Goldwater and Ronald Reagan, the right-wing movement and right-wing media activism had become stronger nationally\u2014and less genteel . \u2014 Moira Weigel, The New Republic , 20 Dec. 2021",
"Many first experienced this outdoor, genteel carnival in baby strollers pushed by their mothers or grandmothers. \u2014 Jacques Kelly, Baltimore Sun , 30 Apr. 2022",
"Sax master Ayler, of course, represents the freer side of jazz that was emerging prior to his 1970 passing, so prepare to have your mind and genteel sensibilities blown. \u2014 Chris Willman, Variety , 23 Apr. 2022",
"Images of old catalogues show a brand already committed to promoting a simultaneously genteel and rugged lifestyle. \u2014 Lovia Gyarkye, The Hollywood Reporter , 18 Apr. 2022",
"His network of contacts is nonpareil; his manner solicitous and genteel ; his work ethic fanatical. \u2014 New York Times , 8 Apr. 2022"
"And The People\u2019s Pharmacy discusses lowering cholesterol with red yeast rice, and the uses of gentian violet for fingers and toenails. \u2014 Morning Brief, The Seattle Times , 11 June 2018"
"a strict sect that believes that fellowship with gentiles should exist only for the purposes of conversion",
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"When a gentile plays a Jew, the results are often more affected, the mannerisms pronounced, which can often mean the difference between someone playing Jewish vs. inhabiting a Jewish character. \u2014 New York Times , 17 Feb. 2022",
"After finding a new job abroad, Xaver, a gentile , fell in love with Dina, the 17-year-old Catholic-Jewish daughter of his boss. \u2014 Grace Browne, Wired , 3 Jan. 2022",
"If a film called for a Jewish character, a gentile would almost reflexively get cast in that role. \u2014 David Oliver, USA TODAY , 10 Nov. 2021",
"In one sense Sebald\u2019s use and depiction of repetition are historically specific, a German gentile \u2019s reckoning with the legacy of the Holocaust. \u2014 Ben Lerner, The New York Review of Books , 25 Feb. 2021",
"In contemporary times, the Chief Rabbinate in Israel sells the land to a gentile , which allows Jews to continue sowing and planting. \u2014 Rabbi Avi Weiss, sun-sentinel.com , 3 May 2021",
"And, in the face of our modern plague, Zoom. *Gentle reminder, gentiles : Passover is a bread-free holiday. \u2014 Rachel Levin, SFChronicle.com , 2 Apr. 2020",
"On its first weekend in business, the clientele included a mix of Jews, gentiles , individuals with special needs and those without special needs. \u2014 Jeff Rumage, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel , 24 Dec. 2019",
"The American Israel Public Affairs Committee, or Aipac, gains its strength not only from Jewish support, but also from the scores of millions of gentile Americans who cherish these bonds. \u2014 Lou Weiss, WSJ , 21 Mar. 2019",
"Recent Examples on the Web: Adjective",
"Apparently tipped off to their presence, the Germans raided the school in 1943 on the Christian feast of Pentecost, when gentile students were likely to be home with their families. \u2014 Emily Langer, Washington Post , 16 June 2022",
"Three of the Comedian Harmonists were Jewish, three were gentile . \u2014 Dana Bash And Abbie Sharpe, CNN , 15 Apr. 2022",
"Hoffman\u2019s Shylock, in a 1989 Broadway production, was a cunning victim, literally spat upon by virtually every gentile character in the play. \u2014 Washington Post , 3 Mar. 2022",
"What\u2019s striking about this influx of Jewish characters is that only one kind was allowed: A male stand-up with a gentile love interest. \u2014 New York Times , 17 Feb. 2022",
"On her podcast, Sarah Silverman has spoken passionately about how Jewish characters are regularly played by gentile actors, specifically lamenting the lack of meaty roles for women. \u2014 New York Times , 17 Feb. 2022",
"Here and there it was relieved by the heroic efforts of Lotar, hiding in Prague, and his gentile wife, Zdenka. \u2014 New York Times , 28 Mar. 2020",
"After the birth, her father, the son of a well-to-do Krakow family that ran a leather business, made arrangements for his infant daughter to be cared for by gentile friends, the Sendlers. \u2014 Bart Barnes, Washington Post , 9 July 2019",
"After the birth, her father, the son of a well-to-do Krakow family that ran a leather business, made arrangements for his infant daughter to be cared for by gentile friends, the Sendlers. \u2014 Bart Barnes, Washington Post , 9 July 2019"
"James Udom plays the role with a beautiful command of Shakespearean language and a gentility and sincerity not usually seen in this character. \u2014 San Diego Union-Tribune , 13 June 2022",
"My first meal in Dublin was at the Saddle Room, and, with in its calm and gentility , nothing could have cured my jet lag better with food of such a high caliber. \u2014 John Mariani, Forbes , 6 June 2022",
"True to the Onion's nature as a brand sprung from the Midwest (Madison, Wisconsin) in 1988, there's a whiff of gentility to its Ukraine humor. \u2014 David Bauder, ajc , 29 Mar. 2022",
"Among the Republicans, there were early flashes of gentility : Senator Charles E. Grassley of Iowa, the committee\u2019s senior Republican, pulled out a chair for Judge Jackson just before the hearing began. \u2014 New York Times , 21 Mar. 2022",
"Contrary to her public persona, Kelley is known in D.C. social circles for her gentility . \u2014 Seth Abramovitch, The Hollywood Reporter , 3 Mar. 2022",
"As Cummins explains, Cilly Brenner (Mama in the book) had lived a refined middle-class life in Germany and sought to maintain this gentility on Manhattan\u2019s Lower East Side. \u2014 Meghan Cox Gurdon, WSJ , 23 July 2021",
"Missive Press, a small Bay Area outfit founded by Lisa Ellis in 2009 that creates elegant handcrafted cards, channels some of that gentility with her collection. \u2014 Sunset Magazine , 13 Jan. 2022",
"For all his gentility , Mr. Freed could be acid in his observations. \u2014 Washington Post , 6 Jan. 2022"
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"Recent Examples on the Web: Adjective",
"Aside from Hardwick, who is riveting, there\u2019s also a deeply kind, gentle and warm performance from Sheldon D. Brown, playing a young gay man\u2019s straight friend, in the truest sense of that word. \u2014 Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune , 26 June 2022",
"For this reason, try to find a detangling brush that is gentle on the hair. \u2014 Grooming Playbook, The Salt Lake Tribune , 13 June 2022",
"Designed by dermatologists, it's formulated to be tough on acne but gentle on all skin types. \u2014 Cristina Montemayor, Men's Health , 13 June 2022",
"Magnetic pulsations vibrate through each bristle and the brush itself conforms to the shape of her hand to be gentle on hair and provide relief from stress and tension and a boost in blood flow. \u2014 Margaux Lushing, Forbes , 2 May 2022",
"Researchers tested MyShake and found that the sensors were able to pick up quakes as gentle as magnitude 5.0 within roughly six miles of the epicenter. \u2014 Jennifer Leman, Popular Mechanics , 21 Apr. 2022",
"Cass offers what looks like a gentle industrial policy guided by social scientists worried about work. \u2014 Andrew Stuttaford, National Review , 4 Mar. 2022",
"Schultz's voice was strong or gentle as needed and did not waver for an impressive 24-song set. \u2014 Rory Appleton, The Indianapolis Star , 15 June 2022",
"She\u2019s at turns gentle and fragile, then cold and calculating. \u2014 San Diego Union-Tribune , 13 June 2022",
"Recent Examples on the Web: Noun",
"Coconut milk gentles the green-chile heat in the thick, creamy sauce. \u2014 Providence Cicero, The Seattle Times , 10 Aug. 2017",
"The dog, described as gassy but gentle , spent much of its time on stage plopped on its side. \u2014 Joy Johnston, ajc , 24 June 2017",
"Recent Examples on the Web: Verb",
"Rand greets them with trepidation, pulling his sword out for fear Moiraine will gentle his friend. \u2014 Randall Colburn, EW.com , 10 Dec. 2021",
"The color fades to gentle black as night makes its entrance. \u2014 Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times , 1 June 2021",
"From ethereal blues to gentle yellows to feminine pink hues, the spring/summer 2021 runways are leaning into the power of color theory. \u2014 Sara Holzman, Marie Claire , 13 Apr. 2021",
"In this six-week program, veterans have the opportunity to gentle wild mustangs. \u2014 Sheila Vilvens, Cincinnati.com , 22 Feb. 2018",
"Fawcett said the mustangs can be gentled into outstanding pleasure riding horses. \u2014 Lynne Terry, OregonLive.com , 7 Jan. 2018"
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"For this reason, try to find a detangling brush that is gentle on the hair. \u2014 Grooming Playbook, The Salt Lake Tribune , 13 June 2022",
"Designed by dermatologists, it's formulated to be tough on acne but gentle on all skin types. \u2014 Cristina Montemayor, Men's Health , 13 June 2022",
"Magnetic pulsations vibrate through each bristle and the brush itself conforms to the shape of her hand to be gentle on hair and provide relief from stress and tension and a boost in blood flow. \u2014 Margaux Lushing, Forbes , 2 May 2022",
"Researchers tested MyShake and found that the sensors were able to pick up quakes as gentle as magnitude 5.0 within roughly six miles of the epicenter. \u2014 Jennifer Leman, Popular Mechanics , 21 Apr. 2022",
"Cass offers what looks like a gentle industrial policy guided by social scientists worried about work. \u2014 Andrew Stuttaford, National Review , 4 Mar. 2022",
"Schultz's voice was strong or gentle as needed and did not waver for an impressive 24-song set. \u2014 Rory Appleton, The Indianapolis Star , 15 June 2022",
"She\u2019s at turns gentle and fragile, then cold and calculating. \u2014 San Diego Union-Tribune , 13 June 2022",
"Recent Examples on the Web: Noun",
"Coconut milk gentles the green-chile heat in the thick, creamy sauce. \u2014 Providence Cicero, The Seattle Times , 10 Aug. 2017",
"The dog, described as gassy but gentle , spent much of its time on stage plopped on its side. \u2014 Joy Johnston, ajc , 24 June 2017",
"Recent Examples on the Web: Verb",
"Rand greets them with trepidation, pulling his sword out for fear Moiraine will gentle his friend. \u2014 Randall Colburn, EW.com , 10 Dec. 2021",
"The color fades to gentle black as night makes its entrance. \u2014 Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times , 1 June 2021",
"From ethereal blues to gentle yellows to feminine pink hues, the spring/summer 2021 runways are leaning into the power of color theory. \u2014 Sara Holzman, Marie Claire , 13 Apr. 2021",
"In this six-week program, veterans have the opportunity to gentle wild mustangs. \u2014 Sheila Vilvens, Cincinnati.com , 22 Feb. 2018",
"Fawcett said the mustangs can be gentled into outstanding pleasure riding horses. \u2014 Lynne Terry, OregonLive.com , 7 Jan. 2018"
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"Franken even delivered a handwritten note because that\u2019s what gentlefolk of the Senate do. \u2014 Washington Post , 21 Sep. 2021",
"For the most part, however, the contract is implicit, because the gentlefolk of Singapore know to mind their own business, while the authorities settle an intoxicating bliss on the clean, green city-state. \u2014 The Economist , 17 Apr. 2021"
"Franken even delivered a handwritten note because that\u2019s what gentlefolk of the Senate do. \u2014 Washington Post , 21 Sep. 2021",
"For the most part, however, the contract is implicit, because the gentlefolk of Singapore know to mind their own business, while the authorities settle an intoxicating bliss on the clean, green city-state. \u2014 The Economist , 17 Apr. 2021"
"A true gentleman would never engage in such behavior.",
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"Recent Examples on the Web",
"Vice President Kamala Harris and second gentleman Doug Emhoff attended a memorial service on Saturday for the oldest person killed: 86-year-old Ruth Whitfield. \u2014 Aaron Katersky, ABC News , 1 June 2022",
"John was an amazing actor, a gentleman , and a wonderful friend. \u2014 Daniel Kreps, Rolling Stone , 19 May 2022",
"Senator Hatch was a gentleman , statesman and a proud son of Pennsylvania. \u2014 Luciana Lopez, USA TODAY , 24 Apr. 2022",
"The second gentleman , who teaches at Georgetown Law School, paid $54,441 in District of Columbia income tax, and the couple contributed $22,100 to charity in 2021. \u2014 Fortune , 16 Apr. 2022",
"The second gentleman , who teaches at Georgetown Law School, paid $54,441 in District of Columbia income tax, and the couple contributed $22,100 to charity in 2021. \u2014 Will Weissert, ajc , 16 Apr. 2022",
"In other universes, Evelyn's husband Waymond (Ke Huy Quan) is a scientist, a skilled fighter, a suave gentleman , not a schlubby laundromat operator. \u2014 Christian Holub, EW.com , 15 Apr. 2022",
"The Secret Service escorted Doug Emhoff, the second gentleman , out of Dunbar High School in Washington, D.C., because of a bomb threat. \u2014 New York Times , 8 Feb. 2022",
"Schneider also met with Doug Emhoff, the second gentleman and husband of Vice President Kamala Harris \u2014 herself an Oakland native. \u2014 Tal Kopan, San Francisco Chronicle , 31 Mar. 2022"
"Albert Rutecki brings a gentleness to the role of Harrison that has made this character so deeply endearing. \u2014 Jason Katims, The Hollywood Reporter , 2 June 2022",
"The otherworldly beings may be scary for the littlest ones, who might prefer the gentleness of Miyazaki's My Neighbor Totoro, about a friendly troll-like being (who mostly looks like a woodland creature). \u2014 Marisa Lascala, Good Housekeeping , 17 May 2022",
"The gentleness of Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant exfoliator means it can be used daily as the first step of a skincare routine. \u2014 Grooming Playbook, The Salt Lake Tribune , 11 May 2022",
"Yet there is an undoubted mismatch between the aggression of the V12's design and the gentleness of its dynamic demeanor. \u2014 Mike Duff, Car and Driver , 11 May 2022",
"Boosted with anti-aging and antioxidant ingredients like peptides and vitamin C, Vichy\u2019s chemical SPF lotion was a top performer in nearly every category in GH Beauty Lab face sunscreen testing, including moisturization and gentleness . \u2014 April Franzino, Good Housekeeping , 17 June 2022",
"But this beautifully acted, expertly modulated film is a work of such enveloping gentleness that even the worst crises are simply absorbed into the fabric of life and work. \u2014 David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter , 27 May 2022",
"Heat radiated off the high strings in the second movement, before softening to a gentleness that surpassed that of the recent recording. \u2014 New York Times , 22 May 2022",
"These persons have an appreciation, a sensitivity, and an understanding of life that fills them with compassion, gentleness , and a deep loving concern. \u2014 Katarina Avendano, Good Housekeeping , 29 Apr. 2022"
"It's a delicate problem that requires gentle handling.",
"The job requires a gentle touch.",
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"employees soon learned that their hot-tempered boss needed to be gentled several times a day",
"soothingly gentled his cat's head as she was being treated by the vet",
"Recent Examples on the Web: Adjective",
"Aside from Hardwick, who is riveting, there\u2019s also a deeply kind, gentle and warm performance from Sheldon D. Brown, playing a young gay man\u2019s straight friend, in the truest sense of that word. \u2014 Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune , 26 June 2022",
"For this reason, try to find a detangling brush that is gentle on the hair. \u2014 Grooming Playbook, The Salt Lake Tribune , 13 June 2022",
"Designed by dermatologists, it's formulated to be tough on acne but gentle on all skin types. \u2014 Cristina Montemayor, Men's Health , 13 June 2022",
"Magnetic pulsations vibrate through each bristle and the brush itself conforms to the shape of her hand to be gentle on hair and provide relief from stress and tension and a boost in blood flow. \u2014 Margaux Lushing, Forbes , 2 May 2022",
"Researchers tested MyShake and found that the sensors were able to pick up quakes as gentle as magnitude 5.0 within roughly six miles of the epicenter. \u2014 Jennifer Leman, Popular Mechanics , 21 Apr. 2022",
"Cass offers what looks like a gentle industrial policy guided by social scientists worried about work. \u2014 Andrew Stuttaford, National Review , 4 Mar. 2022",
"Schultz's voice was strong or gentle as needed and did not waver for an impressive 24-song set. \u2014 Rory Appleton, The Indianapolis Star , 15 June 2022",
"She\u2019s at turns gentle and fragile, then cold and calculating. \u2014 San Diego Union-Tribune , 13 June 2022",
"Recent Examples on the Web: Noun",
"Coconut milk gentles the green-chile heat in the thick, creamy sauce. \u2014 Providence Cicero, The Seattle Times , 10 Aug. 2017",
"The dog, described as gassy but gentle , spent much of its time on stage plopped on its side. \u2014 Joy Johnston, ajc , 24 June 2017",
"Recent Examples on the Web: Verb",
"Rand greets them with trepidation, pulling his sword out for fear Moiraine will gentle his friend. \u2014 Randall Colburn, EW.com , 10 Dec. 2021",
"The color fades to gentle black as night makes its entrance. \u2014 Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times , 1 June 2021",
"From ethereal blues to gentle yellows to feminine pink hues, the spring/summer 2021 runways are leaning into the power of color theory. \u2014 Sara Holzman, Marie Claire , 13 Apr. 2021",
"In this six-week program, veterans have the opportunity to gentle wild mustangs. \u2014 Sheila Vilvens, Cincinnati.com , 22 Feb. 2018",
"Fawcett said the mustangs can be gentled into outstanding pleasure riding horses. \u2014 Lynne Terry, OregonLive.com , 7 Jan. 2018"
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"John Betteridge was a silversmith who made snuff boxes and match holders for the English gentry . \u2014 Paige Reddinger, Robb Report , 9 Nov. 2021",
"In the nineteenth century, that image was crystallized in the bearded figure of Leo Tolstoy, who spoke out against the greed and corruption of the Russian gentry and the war in Japan. \u2014 Jennifer Wilson, Harper\u2019s Magazine , 25 May 2022",
"The Pew poll underscores that the gentry left\u2019s preoccupation with dividing America by race is unpopular. \u2014 The Editorial Board, WSJ , 28 Apr. 2022",
"Lister, who was born in West Yorkshire and lived during the height of the Industrial Revolution, was a member of the rural gentry who leaped over her father, the heir apparent, to run her family\u2019s modest estate. \u2014 NBC News , 29 Apr. 2022",
"One depicted a climb from peasants through merchants, landed gentry , and aristocrats. \u2014 Nathan Heller, The New Yorker , 7 Mar. 2022",
"After industrialization, the old gentry tended to marry the ownership class and disengage from feudal bonds. \u2014 Nathan Heller, The New Yorker , 7 Mar. 2022",
"The war on To Kill a Mockingbird is, of course, a left-wing impulse; in generations to come, the book is likely to be seen as increasingly embarrassing by the gentry liberals who have always been its champions. \u2014 Kyle Smith, National Review , 8 Feb. 2022",
"In Europe, exotic animal collections were often displayed in garden settings for the amusement of the gentry , and by the late 18th century, for the general public as well. \u2014 Michael J. Renner, The Conversation , 4 Jan. 2022"
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"Recent Examples on the Web",
"The current glimmers of dissent among the Republican rank and file tend to be overshadowed by the religious passion with which most Republican officeholders genuflect in Trump\u2019s direction. \u2014 Walter Shapiro, The New Republic , 24 May 2022",
"Texas is changing, in ways that Cornyn is wise to genuflect toward, and this election has the look of a blue wave. \u2014 Benjamin Wallace-wells, The New Yorker , 21 Oct. 2020",
"They're used to everybody genuflecting in their presence. \u2014 Patrick Bedard, Car and Driver , 29 May 2020",
"Patrick Curran hopes customers genuflect over the food, too. \u2014 Tom Sietsema, Washington Post , 21 Feb. 2020",
"This wasn't a mere victory lap \u2014 although John relished the opportunity to stand up from his piano and genuflect gleefully after practically every song. \u2014 Piet Levy, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel , 20 Oct. 2019",
"With the largest population of Ethiopian immigrants to the United States living in Washington, D.C., strangers on the street there sometimes look at him, recognize the late emperor, and reflexively genuflect in some way. \u2014 Michael Joseph Gross, Vanities , 27 Apr. 2018"
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"Having had two brothers, a sister and a brother-in-law die violently, he acquired a genuine identification with suffering, particularly that of what has come to be called the underclass. \u2014 George F. Will , New York Times Book Review , 24 May 1998",
"Like a poem, a genuine essay is made of language and character and mood and temperament and pluck and chance. \u2014 Cynthia Ozick , Atlantic , September 1998",
"There has been a genuine improvement in the economy in recent months.",
"She showed a genuine interest in our work.",
"He has always shown a genuine concern for poor people.",
"a genuine desire to help others",
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"Recent Examples on the Web",
"While the brand love is genuine , referral programs usually capitalize on one or more motivations. \u2014 John Hall, Forbes , 26 June 2022",
"When measured over the past 50 years, according to my firm\u2019s analysis, the CAPE\u2019s R-squared is 52%, which is very significant at the 95% confidence level that statisticians often use when determining if a correlation is genuine . \u2014 Mark Hulbert, WSJ , 4 June 2022",
"While there is room for Saugus to improve, the homage from Saugus is genuine , and the Sachem should be preserved. \u2014 BostonGlobe.com , 25 May 2022",
"He\u2019s instantly attracted to Howie, who\u2019s too chronically awkward to believe the cute stranger\u2019s interest is genuine , let alone act on it. \u2014 David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter , 23 May 2022",
"An episode dedicated to Kim\u2019s prison reform efforts might also provoke dubiousness: Are her intentions genuine ",
"His team looks like another Harlem Globetrotters at first glance, but the competition is genuine and there is something potentially important at work. \u2014 Los Angeles Times , 16 May 2022",
"But, that was the best interaction and that was genuine . \u2014 Stephanie Wenger, PEOPLE.com , 11 May 2022",
"The risks are genuine , and there will be volatility. \u2014 Robert Samuels | For Iron Monk Solutions, The Salt Lake Tribune , 11 May 2022"
"synonym_discussion":"Choose the Right Synonym for genuine authentic , genuine , bona fide mean being actually and exactly what is claimed. authentic implies being fully trustworthy as according with fact an authentic account of the perilous journey ; it can also stress painstaking or faithful imitation of an original. an authentic reproduction authentic Vietnamese cuisine genuine implies actual character not counterfeited, imitated, or adulterated genuine piety genuine maple syrup ; it also connotes definite origin from a source. a genuine Mark Twain autograph bona fide implies good faith and sincerity of intention. a bona fide offer for the stock",
"But whatever else he is, he is the genuine article. A writer of one terrible book after another, but a writer nonetheless. \u2014 Dale Peck , New Republic , 1 July 2002",
"Having had two brothers, a sister and a brother-in-law die violently, he acquired a genuine identification with suffering, particularly that of what has come to be called the underclass. \u2014 George F. Will , New York Times Book Review , 24 May 1998",
"Like a poem, a genuine essay is made of language and character and mood and temperament and pluck and chance. \u2014 Cynthia Ozick , Atlantic , September 1998",
"There has been a genuine improvement in the economy in recent months.",
"She showed a genuine interest in our work.",
"He has always shown a genuine concern for poor people.",
"a genuine desire to help others",
"She seems to be a very genuine person.",
"Recent Examples on the Web",
"While the brand love is genuine , referral programs usually capitalize on one or more motivations. \u2014 John Hall, Forbes , 26 June 2022",
"When measured over the past 50 years, according to my firm\u2019s analysis, the CAPE\u2019s R-squared is 52%, which is very significant at the 95% confidence level that statisticians often use when determining if a correlation is genuine . \u2014 Mark Hulbert, WSJ , 4 June 2022",
"While there is room for Saugus to improve, the homage from Saugus is genuine , and the Sachem should be preserved. \u2014 BostonGlobe.com , 25 May 2022",
"He\u2019s instantly attracted to Howie, who\u2019s too chronically awkward to believe the cute stranger\u2019s interest is genuine , let alone act on it. \u2014 David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter , 23 May 2022",
"An episode dedicated to Kim\u2019s prison reform efforts might also provoke dubiousness: Are her intentions genuine ",
"His team looks like another Harlem Globetrotters at first glance, but the competition is genuine and there is something potentially important at work. \u2014 Los Angeles Times , 16 May 2022",
"But, that was the best interaction and that was genuine . \u2014 Stephanie Wenger, PEOPLE.com , 11 May 2022",
"The risks are genuine , and there will be volatility. \u2014 Robert Samuels | For Iron Monk Solutions, The Salt Lake Tribune , 11 May 2022"
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"It\u2019s not a true buckeye, but in a different genus entirely (Ungnadia speciosa). \u2014 Neil Sperry, San Antonio Express-News , 27 May 2022",
"Their names are eophylica priscatellata and phylica piloburmensis \u2013 the same genus as the phylica flowers that are native to South Africa today. \u2014 Scott Gleeson, USA TODAY , 2 Feb. 2022",
"But previous research has shown that the Mediterranean endemic seagrass Posidonia oceanica can reduce the concentration of Escherichia coli, while the temperate water\u2013dwelling Zostera marina helps reduce pathogens in the Vibrio genus . \u2014 Sean Mowbray, Smithsonian Magazine , 9 May 2022",
"This genus of shrubs and vines have huge leaves with deep lobes and fascinating fenestrations, or holes, in them. \u2014 Dean Kuipers, Outside Online , 15 Apr. 2022",
"The tinned seafood genus has also been a surprising and rewarding category. \u2014 Maggie Lange, Bon App\u00e9tit , 26 Apr. 2022",
"The biggest specimen researchers collected was 5.1 inches in diameter, one of the largest in the genus . \u2014 Sarah Parvinistaff Writer, Los Angeles Times , 25 Apr. 2022",
"Researchers in northeastern England unearthed an exoskeleton fragment from the largest arthropod ever discovered, in a genus called Arthropleura. \u2014 Nikk Ogasa, Scientific American , 23 Feb. 2022",
"Plants in this genus may require above average maintenance to keep fire-wise. \u2014 oregonlive , 31 Mar. 2022"
"With several universities around the country responding to evolving views on gender identification , plans for similar action at Yale are in the works. Last week, The New York Times reported on the University of Vermont's groundbreaking decision to formally recognize a third gender option, \"neutral,\" on university documentation. Meanwhile, Yale's Office of LGBTQ Resources has continued to push for progress in increased gender-neutral identification and integration.",
"\u2014 Victor Wang , The Yale Daily News , 10 Feb. 2015"
"These kids have expensive tastes. Gen Y came of age in an era of unprecedented affluence, and its members were reared by indulgent boomer parents.",
"\u2014 Keith Haughton",
"\u2014 often used before another noun About 3.5 million Gen Y drivers get their license each year. \u2014 Daren Fonda \u2014 often hyphenated in such use \u2026 blatant product placement turns off Gen-Y viewers who are offended by brand mentions. \u2014 Joanne Ostrow"
": a genetic process that involves nonreciprocal meiotic recombination in heterozygotes in which a mismatched DNA sequence from one heteroduplex DNA strand is replaced with a sequence complementary to the other strand resulting in aberrant gametic ratios (such as 3:1) and that is observed especially in ascomycetous fungi":[]
"Their new experiments suggest that embryos borrow DNA templates from themselves to make repairs\u2014a process called gene conversion \u2014up to 40 percent of the time. \u2014 Megan Molteni, Wired , 29 Oct. 2020"
": a legal plea that traverses and denies an indictment, declaration, petition, or complaint in its entirety without admitting the truth of any allegations and without offering special matters to avoid the legal effect of the allegations set forth \u2014 compare special issue":[]
"Exactly where this gene flow took place\u2014whether on the South American coast or in the Marquesas Islands (where it first appeared)\u2014cannot be answered with current genetic evidence. \u2014 Scientific American , 16 Aug. 2021",
"The revisions include removing the population cap, adding a genetic objective to address limited gene flow , and restricting several ways in which land managers and private landowners are allowed to kill wolves, also called take provisions. \u2014 Lindsey Botts, The Arizona Republic , 31 Oct. 2021",
"Recently evidence of gene flow between Native American populations and Pacific Islanders has been found that dates to several hundred years before European contact: as early as approximately A.D. 1150. \u2014 Scientific American , 16 Aug. 2021",
"In doing so, scientists are able to trace the biogeographic history of infraspecific populations and better comprehend other factors like gene flow , fragmentation, range expansion and colonization. \u2014 Julia Musto, Fox News , 16 May 2021",
"In small populations with restricted growth and little gene flow from the outside, even less helpful genetic features can become more commonplace through sheer chance. \u2014 Quanta Magazine , 21 Apr. 2021",
"Traphagen says the wall won\u2019t just affect individual locales like San Bernardino, but could change migration and gene flow at a continental scale. \u2014 Richard Laugharn, National Geographic , 2 Nov. 2020",
"Yet oaks form what is called a syngameon, in which ecologically and physically distinctive species persist in spite of ongoing gene flow . \u2014 Andrew L. Hipp, Scientific American , 15 July 2020",
"These examples suggest that adaptive gene flow may play an important role in oak evolution. \u2014 Andrew L. Hipp, Scientific American , 15 July 2020"
"Reserved seating is $20; general admission is $10.",
"Recent Examples on the Web",
"Tickets $15 general admission , $10 seniors, military and first responders; $5 ages 6-15; free for children under age 5. \u2014 San Diego Union-Tribune , 22 June 2022",
"All tickets are on sale now, including single-day tickets (from $95), three-day general admission ($275) and VIP tickets ($450) via www. \u2014 Doug George, Chicago Tribune , 26 May 2022",
"Seating will be first come, first served, general admission . \u2014 oregonlive , 26 May 2022",
"Where: Huntsville Dragway, 502 Quarter Mountain Road, Harvest. Admission: $65 advance general admission , $75 VIP sold out, $10 parking. \u2014 Mary Colurso | Mcolurso@al.com, al , 26 May 2022",
"Ticket prices: $80 ( general admission , infield only). \u2014 Jason Frakes, The Courier-Journal , 29 Apr. 2022",
"Tickets for the festival are split into three tiers: general admission ($50), early admission ($65) and VIP ($90). \u2014 Victoria Moorwood, The Enquirer , 7 Apr. 2022",
"Adults 18 and older can earn a general admission ticket by volunteering at least three hours. \u2014 Kathy Cichon, Chicago Tribune , 10 June 2022",
"Tours of each garden are $5 for members; $10 for general admission ; and children 12 and under are free. \u2014 Carol Stocker, BostonGlobe.com , 5 June 2022"
"Nielsen and Wei had been interested in using the UK Biobank data to investigate how patterns of gene frequencies were being shaped by the pressures of modern life. \u2014 Megan Molteni, WIRED , 3 June 2019"
": of, relating to, or being a grammatical case (see case entry 1 sense 3a ) that typically marks a person or thing that possesses someone or something else or the source from which someone or something comes \u2014 compare possessive":[],
": expressing a relationship that in some inflected languages is often marked by a genitive case":[
"\u2014 used especially of English prepositional phrases introduced by of"
"Shepherd is the second Black general officer in the Arkansas Army National Guard. \u2014 Teresa Moss, Arkansas Online , 13 June 2022",
"Officials said the verdict marks the first court-martial trial and conviction of a general officer in the Air Force\u2019s 75-year history. \u2014 From Usa Today Network And Wire Reports, USA TODAY , 25 Apr. 2022",
"Officials said the verdict marks the first court-martial trial and conviction of a general officer in the Air Force\u2019s 75-year history. \u2014 Staff, The Christian Science Monitor , 24 Apr. 2022",
"Officials said the verdict marks the first court-martial trial and conviction of a general officer in the Air Force\u2019s 75-year history. \u2014 From Usa Today Network And Wire Reports, USA TODAY , 25 Apr. 2022",
"Officials said the verdict marks the first court-martial trial and conviction of a general officer in the Air Force\u2019s 75-year history. \u2014 Staff, The Christian Science Monitor , 24 Apr. 2022",
"Officials said the verdict marks the first court-martial trial and conviction of a general officer in the Air Force\u2019s 75-year history. \u2014 From Usa Today Network And Wire Reports, USA TODAY , 25 Apr. 2022",
"Officials said the verdict marks the first court-martial trial and conviction of a general officer in the Air Force\u2019s 75-year history. \u2014 Staff, The Christian Science Monitor , 24 Apr. 2022",
"Officials said the verdict marks the first court-martial trial and conviction of a general officer in the Air Force\u2019s 75-year history. \u2014 From Usa Today Network And Wire Reports, USA TODAY , 25 Apr. 2022"
": a specific sequence of nucleotides in DNA or RNA that is located usually on a chromosome and that is the functional unit of inheritance controlling the transmission and expression of one or more traits by specifying the structure of a particular polypeptide and especially a protein or controlling the function of other genetic material":[]
"She inherited a good set of genes from her parents.",
"Recent Examples on the Web",
"The researchers took advantage of the fact that humans have more than one hemoglobin gene . \u2014 New York Times , 27 June 2022",
"Aislynn had a partial deletion of both of her Tango 2 genes, because her mother and father each were carriers of one gene with a small deletion. \u2014 Terry Demio, The Enquirer , 5 May 2022",
"Approximately half of the participants in CEDAR carry at least one APOE gene , which may increase the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease. \u2014 Sandee Lamotte, CNN , 26 Apr. 2022",
"One final gene was turned off to keep the pig from growing too large. \u2014 Karen Weintraub, USA TODAY , 11 Jan. 2022",
"While whole genome sequencing provided diagnoses \u2014 what researchers call the diagnostic yield \u2014 in 25% of cases overall, the yield reached 35% when the cause was thought to be tied to just one gene . \u2014 Andrew Joseph, STAT , 15 Nov. 2021",
"Plant growth is complicated, genetically speaking\u2014there simply isn\u2019t one single gene to tweak. \u2014 Shi En Kim, Smithsonian Magazine , 18 Aug. 2021",
"Genetics is complex because there is more than one gene that causes the disease. \u2014 John Cumbers, Forbes , 7 Apr. 2021",
"Diagnoses of DSDs once relied on hormone tests, anatomical inspections and imaging, followed by painstaking tests of one gene at a time. \u2014 Claire Ainsworth, Scientific American , 22 Oct. 2018"
": a description of a language emphasizing a semantic deep structure that is logical in form, that provides syntactic structure, and that is related to surface structure by transformations":[]
"the senator reiterated his conviction that it is not the role of the United States to be a kind of global gendarme",
"Recent Examples on the Web",
"The attacks on Thursday targeted a military camp about 10 kilometers (6 miles) from Solle town in Loroum province and a special response unit for the gendarme in the Sanmatenga province, the army said in a statement. \u2014 Sam Mednick, ajc , 6 May 2022",
"Francois V had indeed worked as a gendarme and a police officer, and as a town councilor in the town of Prades-le-Lez in southern France. \u2014 NBC News , 1 Oct. 2021",
"After 35 years of digging, investigators determined that the suspect had worked as a gendarme in the Paris region between 1986-94 and summoned 750 current or former officers for questioning this week. \u2014 Arkansas Online , 2 Oct. 2021",
"After 35 years of digging, investigators determined that the suspect had worked as a gendarme in the Paris region between 1986 and 1994, and summoned 750 current or former officers for questioning this week. \u2014 NBC News , 1 Oct. 2021",
"The three gendarme officers killed in the incident were aged 21, 37, and 45, the interior ministry said in a statement. \u2014 NBC News , 23 Dec. 2020",
"But the boy and her great-grandmaman aside, most of the human characters are stock figures like the bumbling gendarme and the sweet-tempered shop owners who help keep Paras well-fed and out of police custody. \u2014 Washington Post , 1 Dec. 2020",
"At just this point a gendarme enters to announce the arrival of the real inspector general, who is not at all in disguise. \u2014 Gary Saul Morson, The New York Review of Books , 3 Nov. 2020",
"National gendarmes in Nkambe, a city in Cameroon\u2019s English-speaking Northwest region, arrested Nfor without a warrant in May 2018. \u2014 Wired Staff, Wired , 1 June 2020"
"No public financing was requested for the project, which is expected to generate $276,000 in tax revenue for Oak Creek, the release said. \u2014 Erik S. Hanley, Journal Sentinel , 29 June 2022",
"The animated comedy is expected to generate at least $65 million to $70 million in its debut over the July 4th holiday weekend. \u2014 Rebecca Rubin, Variety , 27 June 2022",
"With daily production of 13,000 barrels of oil equivalent, the assets are expected to generate more than $400 million in earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization over the next 12 months, the people said. \u2014 Rachel Butt, Bloomberg.com , 10 June 2022",
"In New York, Mayor Eric Adams has proposed that the city invest $4.8 million next year in the local cannabis industry, which is expected to generate nearly $1.3 billion in the first year of legal sales. \u2014 New York Times , 1 June 2022",
"It is expected to generate about $26 million next year. \u2014 San Diego Union-Tribune , 29 May 2022",
"In 2022, eCommerce is expected to generate $5.5 trillion in sales. \u2014 Josh Wilson, Forbes , 20 May 2022",
"As a whole, the subdivision is expected to generate annual tax revenue of $650,000 to $1,027,000, according to the city. \u2014 Alex Groth, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel , 16 May 2022",
"The approach by the Boston FIRST team is expected to generate 400 investigative leads based on the recovery of 100 firearms in the city this year. \u2014 Matt Yan, BostonGlobe.com , 12 May 2022"
": exhibiting behavioral, cultural, or psychological traits that do not correspond with the traits typically associated with one's sex : having a gender expression that does not conform to gender norms":[
"A bill before the Legislature would amend the law to protect transgender and gender nonconforming people from discrimination in public spaces, such as hospitals, coffee shops, and retail stores.",
": one of a series of agreements concerning the treatment of prisoners of war and of the sick, wounded, and dead in battle first made at Geneva, Switzerland in 1864 and subsequently accepted in later revisions by most nations":[]
": the generation of people born in the 1960s and 1970s":[
"If you're a member of Generation X , chances are you may be feeling that \"Reality Bites\" when it comes to your retirement planning.",
"\u2014 Lorie Konish",
"The younger portion of the network's 12-to-34-year-old target audience \u2026 exhibited different tastes and sensibilities from the post-baby boom Generation X .",
"\u2014 Meg James"
],
"\u2014 compare generation y , generation z":[
"If you're a member of Generation X , chances are you may be feeling that \"Reality Bites\" when it comes to your retirement planning.",
"\u2014 Lorie Konish",
"The younger portion of the network's 12-to-34-year-old target audience \u2026 exhibited different tastes and sensibilities from the post-baby boom Generation X .",
": the collection of genes in an interbreeding population that includes each gene at a certain frequency in relation to its alleles : the genetic information of a population of interbreeding organisms":[
"Since there were only seven founding individuals, the species suffers from a dangerously low gene pool . \u2014 Lindsey Botts, The Arizona Republic , 4 June 2022",
"Brady the Lady Lab was the last pick of a litter of 13 pups from a top-notch gene pool . \u2014 cleveland , 27 May 2022",
"The nostalgia factor gives the movie an initial jolt, and there are, of course, some dino-sized thrills, but not enough to lift this XL-sized mediocrity out of the gene pool 's shallow end. \u2014 Brian Lowry, CNN , 8 June 2022",
"Genetic material from museum specimens could be added to a wild gene pool to increase its overall health. \u2014 Frances Vinall, Washington Post , 26 May 2022",
"Somewhat surprisingly, despite the relative shallowness of its gene pool , inbreeding isn\u2019t likely to be an issue for the porpoise. \u2014 Doug Johnson, Ars Technica , 6 May 2022",
"If Erykah Badu, Lauryn Hill, Missy Elliot, and gospel luminaries Kim Burrell and J. Moss combined their artistry in a gene pool , the result might be something like Love Letterz. \u2014 Meagan Jordan, Rolling Stone , 22 Apr. 2022",
"Eight female cougars were eventually brought from Texas to help stabilize the gene pool . \u2014 Los Angeles Times , 21 Apr. 2022",
"Multi-generational caravans are a consideration\u2014but as several experts point out, this would require a big enough gene pool not to result in an inbreeding catastrophe. \u2014 John Anderson, WSJ , 8 Mar. 2022"
": a construction in Greek in which a noun or pronoun and its adjunct both in the genitive case form together an adverbial phrase expressing generally the time, cause, or an attendant circumstance of an action (as Kon\u014dnos strat\u0113gountos in taut' eprachth\u0113 Kon\u014dnos strat\u0113gountos \"this was done when Conon was general\")":[]
": blindman's buff in which players are designated by place names and are called upon to change seats two at a time until the call \"general post\" when all exchange":[],
": a general exchange of positions or locations":[]
": a branch of ecology concerned primarily with the species and its genetically variant subdivisions, with their position in nature and, with the controlling and ecological factors":[]
": an adult sexual phenomenon (as transitory uterine bleeding) occurring in the newborn presumably as a result of transplacental passage of maternal hormones":[]
": of, relating to, or being a person whose gender identity cannot be categorized as solely male or female":[
"Genderqueer is a relatively new term that is used by a few different groups. Some people identify as genderqueer because their gender identity is androgynous.",
"Berkley Romance publishing is largely a woman's game, but that designation excludes the men, non-binary, and genderqueer individuals who are also avid readers and creators. \u2014 Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com , 9 June 2022",
"Kye Rowan, 17, created the nonbinary pride flag in 2014 to represent nonbinary folk who did not feel that the genderqueer flag represented them. \u2014 Lizz Schumer, Good Housekeeping , 16 May 2022",
"Transgender males, nonbinary or genderqueer and transgender females considered and attempted suicide at the highest rates. \u2014 Tori B. Powell, CBS News , 4 May 2022",
"The Dawson's Creek alum also requested support for Gender Infinity, which provides services to transgender, nonbinary, genderqueer , and gender non-conforming people and their families. \u2014 Abigail Adams, PEOPLE.com , 18 Mar. 2022",
"Of this 27% of the total sample, the majority are female, and 4.2% are nonbinary, genderqueer and trans people. \u2014 Katie Shapiro, Forbes , 7 Mar. 2022",
"Schneider's Twitter is full of comments from grateful parents of trans and genderqueer children, thanking her for being a role model. \u2014 Jenny Singer, Glamour , 13 Jan. 2022",
"Hurcum, 23, is genderqueer and agender, and was elected unanimously last year by the City Council in Bangor, Wales, after serving as deputy mayor for a year, North Wales Live reported. \u2014 NBC News , 13 May 2021",
"Several major characters played by non-professionals include genderqueer Tat\u00edn, in real life from a neighbouring village to Atotonilco, who takes on the fictional role of the owner of a thriving hairdressing salon. \u2014 John Hopewell, Variety , 12 Jan. 2022"
": a loss that arises from the voluntary sacrifice of part of a ship or cargo to save the residue of the ship or cargo or from extraordinary expenses incurred in protecting the interests involved under pressure of a common risk and that is shared proportionally by all parties concerned \u2014 compare particular average":[]
"With the help from a grant from true crime podcast producers audiochuck, Gillis teamed up with another forensic genetic genealogist Allison Peacock and began building the family trees of the unidentified couple. \u2014 Christine Pelisek, PEOPLE.com , 16 June 2022",
"In the first episode of the new season, Sam and her brother visit a genealogist to learn about their family history. \u2014 Rachel Syme, The New Yorker , 23 Mar. 2022",
"Among the agencies that assisted in the investigation included the Cleburne County Sheriff\u2019s Office, the Cleburne County Coroner\u2019s Office, and the Mobile County Sheriff\u2019s Offices Cold Case Unit, which contributed a genealogist to the case. \u2014 Howard Koplowitz | Hkoplowitz@al.com, al , 27 Apr. 2022",
"Kevin Pollack, a master at repressed exasperation), to a genealogist to learn more about their family history. \u2014 Kristen Baldwin, EW.com , 22 Feb. 2022",
"Shopping for an amateur genealogist or health enthusiast",
"For Wendy Kalman, an amateur genealogist in Atlanta, the 1950 records will help her solidify details about her parents and grandparents and their relatives. \u2014 Time , 1 Apr. 2022",
"For Wendy Kalman, an amateur genealogist in Atlanta, the 1950 records will help her solidify details about her parents and grandparents and their relatives. \u2014 CBS News , 1 Apr. 2022",
"But Harrell, a genealogist and historian, said eligibility based on lineage may be difficult and costly for some to prove. \u2014 Taryn Lunastaff Writer, Los Angeles Times , 28 Mar. 2022"
": a theological doctrine that the reconciliation effected between God and humankind by the sufferings of Jesus Christ was efficacious for all human beings \u2014 compare limited atonement":[]
": a doctrine and educational discipline intended to improve habits of response of human beings to their environment and one another especially by training in the more critical use of words and other symbols":[]
"New research is revealing just how much lead can seep into the lives of children whose homes or schools are near general aviation airports. \u2014 Quartz , 16 June 2022",
"In 2020, 332 people died in general aviation crashes, but overall deaths have been on the decline, according to U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics. \u2014 Rachel Urangastaff Writer, Los Angeles Times , 16 May 2022",
"In an announcement, the city said Anniston Regional Airport is now state certified as an unlimited general aviation (GA) airport, a first in its history. \u2014 William Thornton | Wthornton@al.com, al , 6 May 2022",
"That analysis found that more than 300 city pairs can support high-speed commercial and general aviation . \u2014 Paul Sillers, CNN , 4 Apr. 2022",
"Travelers will not be required to mask in terminal or other airport facilities or at any of the six general aviation airports. \u2014 Mary Kekatos, ABC News , 19 Apr. 2022",
"The majority of flights are categorized as general aviation traffic, including business charter flights, medical transport, sports teams, entertainers, flight schools and others. \u2014 Susan Glaser, cleveland , 23 Mar. 2022",
"Over 100,000 workers are employed manufacturing private aircraft and overall, general aviation contributes over $125 billion to the economy. \u2014 Doug Gollan, Forbes , 27 Sep. 2021",
"Birchwood is a general aviation airport and an uncontrolled airspace, with no on-site management. \u2014 Emily Goodykoontz, Anchorage Daily News , 11 Feb. 2022"
": the absolute ownership usually of personal property with the right of complete dominion over it including the incidental rights of possession, of use and enjoyment, and of disposition or alienation":[
"Between then and now, a blink of an eye, that same corporal became a generalissimo , a writer, and an editor supremo. \u2014 David Remnick, The New Yorker , 17 Sep. 2020",
"Like generalissimo , Allen is given to strong pronouncements. \u2014 Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune , 7 Oct. 2019",
"Her romance with Castro and another with the Venezuelan generalissimo Marcos P\u00e9rez Jim\u00e9nez, who fathered her daughter, both appear to have been confirmed. \u2014 Sam Roberts, New York Times , 5 Sep. 2019",
"After a few years of meandering, though, Oliver Cromwell, a member of parliament turned generalissimo led a coup d\u2019\u00e9tat. \u2014 Chris Stirewalt, Fox News , 23 Apr. 2018",
"Many statues of the generalissimo were removed; about 100 of them are now dotted round a park next to one of Chiang\u2019s villas in Cihu district in northern Taiwan, where his body lies in a black marble sarcophagus. \u2014 The Economist , 5 Oct. 2017",
"Many statues of the generalissimo were removed \u2014 The Economist , 5 Oct. 2017",
"The owner of Chez Panisse and generalissimo of the organic food revolution"
": a theory explaining the perceptions, attitudes, and behavior of an individual primarily in terms of heredity and development \u2014 compare nativism":[]
"Changing just one letter in a genetic sequence may produce results that are good, bad, or undetectable, and very often the outcome doesn't follow logical expectations. \u2014 Eben Bayer, Forbes , 24 June 2022",
"The genetic sequence closely matches that of a case in Portugal. \u2014 Beth Mole, Ars Technica , 23 May 2022",
"Then, the sample is sent to the CDC, which has so far confirmed that the Massachusetts man is infected with monkeypox and found the genetic sequence of the virus to be similar to one identified in a patient in Portugal, McQuiston said. \u2014 Karen Weintraub, USA TODAY , 23 May 2022",
"McFadden said the genetic sequence of the monkeypox virus that has infected people in Europe looks relatively run-of-the-mill. \u2014 Aria Bendix, NBC News , 21 May 2022",
"Almost two months later, a taxidermist in Eaton County also tested positive and showed the same two mutations in his sample\u2019s genetic sequence. \u2014 Detroit Free Press , 17 Apr. 2022",
"For years, around 8% of the genetic sequence remained unfilled. \u2014 Bradford Betz, Fox News , 1 Apr. 2022",
"Only with that genetic sequence could researchers start working on tests, drugs and vaccines. \u2014 New York Times , 21 Mar. 2022",
"The authors found that UNC13A RNA in ALS patients included an extra stretch of genetic sequence. \u2014 Jonathan Wosen, STAT , 28 Feb. 2022"
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": a definition that indicates how that to which a word or expression refers comes into existence (as \"a circle is a closed plane curve generated by the motion of a point at a constant distance from a fixed point\")":[]
"modification of obsolete Dutch genever (now jenever ), literally, juniper, from Middle Dutch, from Old French geneivre , ultimately from Latin juniperus":""
"This headstone belongs to a 1338 plague victim named Sanmaq (whose genome was not sequenced for the study). \u2014 Kiona N. Smith, Ars Technica , 21 June 2022",
"But Read pointed out that DNA viruses have long genomes: Moneypox's genome is seven times larger than that of the coronavirus. \u2014 Aria Bendix, NBC News , 4 June 2022",
"The first human genome cost around $1 billion and the current cost is less than $1,000. \u2014 Katie Jennings, Forbes , 1 June 2022",
"To answer the question of Fernanda's heritage, the research team first sequenced Fernanda's complete genome and then compared it with that of the 1906 tortoise as well as genomes from the other 13 species of giant tortoise in the Galapagos. \u2014 Ashley Strickland, CNN , 10 June 2022",
"By contrast, mRNA vaccines use a snippet of the coronavirus\u2019s genome to instruct the body to produce the spike protein internally, which then prompts the development of antibodies. \u2014 Aria Bendix, NBC News , 7 June 2022",
"On May 26, the upward trend continued, and omicron mutations were in every detectable viral genome in both the Altamonte Springs sewer service area, which covers north Orange and south Seminole counties, and the Orange County sewer service area. \u2014 Caroline Catherman, Orlando Sentinel , 3 June 2022",
"But a $100 genome would represent a major drop in price, one that could help researchers unlock sequencing\u2019s potential to unravel the mysteries of undiagnosed diseases, spot early signs of cancer, and better understand human health. \u2014 Jonathan Wosen, STAT , 3 June 2022",
"Enough changes to the virus\u2019s genome can enable a pathogen to cross to and infect other animal populations. \u2014 William A. Haseltine, Forbes , 1 June 2022"
"Shariat will make butternut squash pierogi, a cardamom duck dish with pomegranate and parsnip puree and a pistachio genoise (with his signature homemade pistachio paste) with saffron ice cream for dessert. \u2014 Dahlia Ghabour, The Courier-Journal , 3 Jan. 2020",
"End it with Green Tea Opera (green tea genoise with matcha ice cream). \u2014 Dwight Brown, Essence , 20 Dec. 2019",
"The wedding cake was a gluten-free almond genoise with layers of raspberry jam and almond cream from Brooklyn\u2019s Colson Patisserie. \u2014 Belath\u00e9e, Harper's BAZAAR , 31 Oct. 2019",
"Delicate sponge cakes, such as genoise or angel food, which have been calculated to work in a specific shape pan for a specific amount of time to generate a specific amount of lift, are not as amenable to changes. \u2014 Becky Krystal, Houston Chronicle , 8 July 2019",
"Delicate sponge cakes, such as genoise or angel food, which have been calculated to work in a specific shape pan for a specific amount of time to generate a specific amount of lift, are not as amenable to changes. \u2014 Becky Krystal, Twin Cities , 7 July 2019",
"Delicate sponge cakes, such as genoise or angel food, which have been calculated to work in a specific shape pan for a specific amount of time to generate a specific amount of lift, are not as amenable to changes. \u2014 Becky Krystal, The Denver Post , 3 July 2019",
"Delicate sponge cakes, such as genoise or angel food, which have been calculated to work in a specific shape pan for a specific amount of time to generate a specific amount of lift, are not as amenable to changes. \u2014 Becky Krystal, Houston Chronicle , 8 July 2019",
"Delicate sponge cakes, such as genoise or angel food, which have been calculated to work in a specific shape pan for a specific amount of time to generate a specific amount of lift, are not as amenable to changes. \u2014 Becky Krystal, Twin Cities , 7 July 2019"
": the generation of people born in the 1960s and 1970s":[
"If you're a member of Generation X , chances are you may be feeling that \"Reality Bites\" when it comes to your retirement planning.",
"\u2014 Lorie Konish",
"The younger portion of the network's 12-to-34-year-old target audience \u2026 exhibited different tastes and sensibilities from the post-baby boom Generation X .",
"\u2014 Meg James"
],
"\u2014 compare generation y , generation z":[
"If you're a member of Generation X , chances are you may be feeling that \"Reality Bites\" when it comes to your retirement planning.",
"\u2014 Lorie Konish",
"The younger portion of the network's 12-to-34-year-old target audience \u2026 exhibited different tastes and sensibilities from the post-baby boom Generation X .",
"The tonsillectomy, once common, is generally an outpatient procedure performed under general anesthesia . \u2014 Ana Vanessa Herrero, Washington Post , 23 June 2022",
"To stem the practice, lawmakers amended the country\u2019s medical laws last year to require cameras in all operating rooms that handle patients under general anesthesia , making South Korea one of the first countries to do so. \u2014 John Yoon, New York Times , 13 May 2022",
"Twilight anesthesia also reduces bruising compared to general anesthesia . \u2014 Beth Landman, Forbes , 14 Nov. 2021",
"The latest veterinary dental guidelines also recommend annual professional cleaning, which must be done under general anesthesia by a vet. \u2014 Washington Post , 13 Apr. 2022",
"Few further details were immediately released, including how long the surgery lasted and how long the pope was unconscious under general anesthesia . \u2014 Harold Maass, The Week , 5 July 2021",
"Ear cropping is major surgery, to be performed by professionals, with scalpels, behind masks, under general anesthesia , usually followed by two weeks\u2019 convalescence with antibiotics and painkillers. \u2014 Gene Weingarten, Washington Post , 8 Nov. 2021",
"Francis underwent three hours of abdominal surgery under general anesthesia on July 4, and later that night was described by the Holy See as having responded well. \u2014 Time , 12 July 2021",
"In other cases, a patient must undergo a medical procedure under general anesthesia that harvests marrow from the hip bones. \u2014 Armando Garcia, ABC News , 27 Oct. 2021"
"The Strait of Hormuz, on the other hand, is a tense passage, often conducted at general quarters (meaning every member of the crew is up and at battle stations). \u2014 James Stavridis, Time , 29 Mar. 2021",
"The crew on all three of her ships were at general quarters . \u2014 Elliot Ackerman, Wired , 26 Jan. 2021"
"I always get the various gens mixed up but I am pretty sure the Greatest Generation, the people who fought World War II, were the parents of the baby boomers.",
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"And in this case, the process involved everything from out-of-date particle accelerators to one of the most exciting developments in general relativity , the detection of gravitational waves. Nature, 2022. \u2014 John Timmer, Ars Technica , 8 June 2022",
"The first step is to understand that wormholes are totally legit in the mathematics of general relativity (GR). \u2014 Paul Sutter, Ars Technica , 18 May 2022",
"Clearly, ideas like quantum superposition conflict with general relativity , which has been integrated with the standard model of physics since Einstein first articulated it in the early 1900s. \u2014 Caroline Delbert, Popular Mechanics , 22 Apr. 2022",
"Another is Karl Schwarzschild, who was the first to find an exact solution to Einstein\u2019s equations of general relativity , introducing the terrifying concept of the black hole. \u2014 The Atlantic , 16 May 2022",
"Does the new image of Sgr A* reinforce your finding that, for now, Einstein\u2019s theory of general relativity seems to do the best job of explaining how gravity operates throughout the universe",
"The discovery of such a force could potentially resolve some of the biggest open questions in physics today, from the nature of dark energy to the seemingly irreconcilable differences between quantum mechanics and general relativity . \u2014 Karmela Padavic-callaghan, Scientific American , 12 Oct. 2021",
"The results could marry the standard model of particle physics and the theory of general relativity , bringing us full-circle: this is holographic duality. \u2014 Caroline Delbert, Popular Mechanics , 7 Mar. 2022",
"Einstein\u2019s theories of special and general relativity had postulated that massive objects should cause a dent in spacetime, bending nearby rays of light in a process known as gravitational lensing. \u2014 Jonathan O'callaghan, Scientific American , 3 Feb. 2022"
"Viruses such as herpes simplex 1, which causes cold sores and, less commonly, genital herpes , are considered endemic throughout the world. \u2014 Jacob Stern, The Atlantic , 1 Feb. 2022",
"About two thirds of the global population under age 50 has HSV-1, according to the World Health Organization, and around one in every six people in the U.S. between ages 14 and 49 has genital herpes , according to the CDC. \u2014 Zahra Barnes, SELF , 3 Jan. 2022",
"The former typically causes oral herpes, while the latter usually causes genital herpes . \u2014 Ella Lee, USA TODAY , 9 Dec. 2021",
"Almost one in six people age 14-49 in America have genital herpes , and more than half of Americans have oral herpes, according to Planned Parenthood. \u2014 Ella Lee, USA TODAY , 9 Dec. 2021",
"Even genital herpes tends to spike around the spring and summer in the United States. \u2014 Rachel Gutman, The Atlantic , 20 Nov. 2021",
"In fact, genital herpes is pretty common in the U.S. \u2014 Zahra Barnes, SELF , 12 Oct. 2021",
"McGrath said it is recommended to treat genital herpes with a drug known as Valtrex, which can be prescribed for short-term treatments. \u2014 Sonia Moghe, CNN , 20 Aug. 2021",
"Most people with genital herpes are not aware, having never had symptoms. \u2014 Dr. Keith Roach, oregonlive , 30 July 2021"
"With his boisterous baritone, White took on all of the larger-than-life characters, from a sea witch and a man-eating plant to a genie , a half-God hero, and a biblical king. \u2014 Marc Hirsh, BostonGlobe.com , 20 May 2022",
"Three Thousand Years of Longing follows an academic (Swinton), content with life, who encounters a genie (Elba) offering her three wishes in exchange for his freedom. \u2014 Mia Galuppo, The Hollywood Reporter , 21 May 2022",
"In an attempt to stuff the inflation genie back in the bottle, the Federal Reserve lifted rates half of a percentage point on Wednesday, the largest hike since 2000. \u2014 Christiaan Hetzner, Fortune , 5 May 2022",
"While streaming may not be the shiniest object on the stock market anymore, there is no putting the genie back in the bottle. \u2014 Stephen Battaglio, Los Angeles Times , 6 May 2022",
"Three Thousand Years of Longing stars Idris Elba and Tilda Swinton about a genie of sorts who offers three wishes, with varying consequences in return. \u2014 Benjamin Vanhoose, PEOPLE.com , 14 Apr. 2022",
"Iago is downright meddlesome, aiding Jafar in his machinations to steal the genie 's lamp. \u2014 Lester Fabian Brathwaite, EW.com , 13 Apr. 2022",
"While Cassady may have been a genius\u2014or just a genie \u2014of American experience, Kerouac was a genius of words. \u2014 James Parker, The Atlantic , 11 Mar. 2022",
"The Russian invasion of Ukraine now threatens to put an abrupt end to the period of ample global liquidity by, as mentioned above, forcing the Fed and the ECB to slam on the monetary-policy brakes to put the inflation genie back into the bottle. \u2014 Desmond Lachman, National Review , 8 Mar. 2022"
"In the 2020 general election , Marylanders voted 2-1 against Trump. \u2014 Rebecca Tan, Washington Post , 4 July 2022",
"The primary may still be a month away, but the vast majority of the spending is aimed at the general election \u2014 $4.2 million from the GOP and $4.3 million from the Democrats. \u2014 Mark Murray, NBC News , 1 July 2022",
"Palin, Begich and Peltola will now appear on the Aug. 16 ballot for the special general election , which will determine who serves out the remainder of the late Rep. Don Young\u2019s term. \u2014 Anchorage Daily News , 30 June 2022",
"The contest between Bailey and Pritzker began in earnest on Wednesday, with the general election set for Nov. 8. \u2014 Chicago Tribune , 29 June 2022",
"No Democrat or third-party candidate has filed to run for the seat, though a write-in hopeful could emerge ahead of the fall general election . \u2014 Blake Apgar, The Salt Lake Tribune , 29 June 2022",
"The Associated Press projects that Darren Bailey has won the Republican gubernatorial primary in Illinois and will face off in November\u2019s general election with Democratic Gov. J.B. Pritzker. \u2014 Paul Steinhauser, Fox News , 29 June 2022",
"The general election in Mesa County in 2020 went off smoothly, with no complaints of fraud or other delays. \u2014 New York Times , 26 June 2022",
"Johnson, who is seeking re-election to a third term, will face the winner of the Democratic primary in the Nov. 8 general election . \u2014 Isaac Yu, Journal Sentinel , 23 June 2022"
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"I always get the various gens mixed up but I am pretty sure the Greatest Generation, the people who fought World War II, were the parents of the baby boomers.",
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"This business should generate a lot of revenue.",
"We hope to generate some new ideas at the meeting.",
"His theories have generated a great deal of interest among other scientists.",
"Her comments have generated a good deal of excitement.",
"They have been unable to generate much support for their proposals.",
"Recent Examples on the Web",
"No public financing was requested for the project, which is expected to generate $276,000 in tax revenue for Oak Creek, the release said. \u2014 Erik S. Hanley, Journal Sentinel , 29 June 2022",
"The animated comedy is expected to generate at least $65 million to $70 million in its debut over the July 4th holiday weekend. \u2014 Rebecca Rubin, Variety , 27 June 2022",
"With daily production of 13,000 barrels of oil equivalent, the assets are expected to generate more than $400 million in earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization over the next 12 months, the people said. \u2014 Rachel Butt, Bloomberg.com , 10 June 2022",
"In New York, Mayor Eric Adams has proposed that the city invest $4.8 million next year in the local cannabis industry, which is expected to generate nearly $1.3 billion in the first year of legal sales. \u2014 New York Times , 1 June 2022",
"It is expected to generate about $26 million next year. \u2014 San Diego Union-Tribune , 29 May 2022",
"In 2022, eCommerce is expected to generate $5.5 trillion in sales. \u2014 Josh Wilson, Forbes , 20 May 2022",
"As a whole, the subdivision is expected to generate annual tax revenue of $650,000 to $1,027,000, according to the city. \u2014 Alex Groth, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel , 16 May 2022",
"The approach by the Boston FIRST team is expected to generate 400 investigative leads based on the recovery of 100 firearms in the city this year. \u2014 Matt Yan, BostonGlobe.com , 12 May 2022"
"The Polish comedy drama potrays the generation of today\u2019s 40-year-olds from the perspective of a woman who is in need of profound changes in her life. \u2014 Leo Barraclough, Variety , 2 July 2022",
"The younger generation has grown up eating out of Styrofoam containers. \u2014 al , 2 July 2022",
"The Sun Studio recordings are the big bang of rock \u2019n\u2019 roll, the flashpoint of a brash new sound that defined a generation and inspired those that followed. \u2014 Los Angeles Times , 1 July 2022",
"Powering the new AirPods Pro 2 generation is a new version of the H1 chip. \u2014 Chris Smith, BGR , 1 July 2022",
"Prior to the Monday night meeting, the cooperative\u2019s board, employees and consultants spent 18 months looking at their generation sources. \u2014 Morgan Krakow, Anchorage Daily News , 1 July 2022",
"Natural gas, a nonrenewable source, still makes up about half of California\u2019s total in-state electricity generation , according to data from the California Energy Commission released in April. \u2014 Yoohyun Jung, San Francisco Chronicle , 1 July 2022",
"Summer travel is expected to be 25% to 50% more expensive than last year, but record-high inflation is doing little to dissuade some of the generation from boarding a plane. \u2014 Jane Thier, Fortune , 1 July 2022",
"Many of Clark and Quintana\u2019s generation have shared this feeling with their children, which is why her daughter Tess Hegarty joined in the street dance, while Vision Video sweated on stage. \u2014 Bo Emerson, ajc , 1 July 2022"
"Middle English generacioun \"procreation, development, offspring, lineage,\" borrowed from Anglo-French & Latin; Anglo-French generacion , borrowed from Late Latin gener\u0101ti\u014dn-, gener\u0101ti\u014d , going back to Latin, \"procreation,\" from gener\u0101re \"to bring into being, generate \" + -ti\u014dn-, -ti\u014d , suffix of action nouns":""
"So the rest of the state, the conservationists are calling on Ohio general assembly to develop climate change policy because a lot more hot days are coming. \u2014 Laura Johnston, cleveland , 17 June 2022",
"The company has resumed manufacturing of battery modules and electric motors and started a few general assembly lines, the report said, without providing details on production capacity. \u2014 Fortune , 19 Apr. 2022",
"Spring Hill\u2019s paint and body shops were expanded and the general assembly was upgraded with new machines, conveyors, controls and tooling. \u2014 Jamie L. Lareau, Detroit Free Press , 21 Mar. 2022",
"Raisi, who has been part of the UAE's police force since 1980 and serves as inspector general at the country's ministry of interior, received 68.9% of the vote at Interpol's general assembly in Istanbul. \u2014 Cnn Staff, CNN , 25 Nov. 2021",
"Lansky was one of more than 30 people gathered Monday evening outside the Clinton Presidential Center to hold a general assembly and celebrate the six-month anniversary of the movement in Little Rock. \u2014 The Arkansas Democrat-gazette, Arkansas Online , 17 Apr. 2022",
"Kind of stunning silence there from the [00:10:00] general assembly . \u2014 Laura Johnston, cleveland , 7 Apr. 2022",
"Following the general assembly , Lasseter\u2019s football and basketball teammates met with head football coach Michael Davis and assistant Ethan Jones, who is also a youth minister. \u2014 Howard Koplowitz | Hkoplowitz@al.com, al , 6 Apr. 2022",
"His renewal was agreed at a general assembly on Thursday. \u2014 Patrick Frater, Variety , 27 Jan. 2022"
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"The mosquitoes will also contain a genetic marker so that scientists can easily identify them from wild populations, per Oxitec. \u2014 Margaret Osborne, Smithsonian Magazine , 30 Mar. 2022",
"Doctors look for a genetic marker in the blood called HLA-B27, which many ankylosing spondylitis patients will be positive for, although not always. \u2014 Colleen Stinchcombe, Health.com , 21 Jan. 2022",
"Through November 1, nearly half of the COVID-19 cases in the four counties making up the Boston area had the genetic marker that linked the virus to the conference, implicating the event in 51,000 cases in the area. \u2014 Irina Ivanova, CBS News , 12 Dec. 2020",
"That genetic marker started appearing in other states in early March, being especially prevalent in places where conference attendees returned home. \u2014 Irina Ivanova, CBS News , 12 Dec. 2020",
"After researchers discovered a genetic marker for resistance to infectious pancreatic necrosis, companies quickly bred strains that can survive this deadly disease. \u2014 Erik Stokstad, Science | AAAS , 19 Nov. 2020",
"Kolker follows DeLisi and other researchers on their decades-long search for the disease\u2019s genetic markers , following misadventures in research funding and mazes filled with dead ends. \u2014 Sam Dolnick, New York Times , 3 Apr. 2020",
"Adding to growing evidence that the virus can spread through the air, Chinese scientists reported capturing tiny droplets containing its genetic markers in two hospitals in Wuhan, where the outbreak started. \u2014 Melina Delkic, New York Times , 29 Apr. 2020",
"Despite a growing list of these genetic markers , identified by combing the DNA of large groups of people with and without a disease, researchers have only figured out what a specific marker means for a person\u2019s health in a few cases. \u2014 Jocelyn Kaiser, Science | AAAS , 4 Oct. 2019"
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"The case centers on 2019 lawsuit filed by Complete Genomics \u2014 a U.S. subsidiary of Chinese genomics company BGI Group. \u2014 Mike Freeman, San Diego Union-Tribune , 13 May 2022",
"Oluwaseun Martschenko spends a lot of time thinking about the ways modern behavioral genomics can reinforce unfounded ideas about race as a biological category. \u2014 Megan Molteni, STAT , 24 May 2022",
"His melancholy question partly reflects the failure of advances in genomics and neuroscience to yield actionable insights that improve the lives of people with major mental illness. \u2014 Richard J. Mcnally, WSJ , 13 May 2022",
"So are 100 executives working in genomics , 60 defense tech leaders and 30 diversity, equity and inclusion experts. \u2014 Mike Freeman, San Diego Union-Tribune , 25 Apr. 2022",
"The company\u2019s cancer screening and population genomics testing are driving its revenue growth. \u2014 Trefis Team, Forbes , 20 May 2022",
"Sema4, a data analytics company, completed its acquisition of GeneDx, which specializes in testing and analyzing genomics data for rare disorders. \u2014 Casey Ross And Katie Palmer, STAT , 4 May 2022",
"In some parts of the country, BA.2 is the cause of more than 70% of new cases, according to a genomics testing company. \u2014 Laurie Mcginley And Lena H. Sun, Anchorage Daily News , 27 Mar. 2022",
"But in some parts of the country, BA.2 is the cause of more than 70% of new cases, according to a genomics testing company. \u2014 Compiled Democrat-gazette Staff From Wire Reports, Arkansas Online , 27 Mar. 2022"
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"They must already be clearly defined at the genesis of the project. \u2014 Xavier Preterit, Forbes , 22 Apr. 2022",
"Music journalist J\u2019na Jefferson is among those who have worked to uncover the Black artists at the genesis of various classes of music. \u2014 D'shonda Brown, Essence , 25 June 2021",
"The collection presents a concentrated look at the genesis of one of England\u2019s most vital post-punk bands. \u2014 Kory Grow, Rolling Stone , 12 Mar. 2021",
"The genesis of WMN Creator Hub was a commitment to keep the artist and fan relationship at the center of CMA Fest programming and beyond. \u2014 Annie Reuter, Forbes , 6 June 2022",
"No matter the genesis of the look (Kate Moss for Topshop is another of her personal favorites), Bannerman\u2019s aim is to show each piece as something uniquely valuable, not simply a second-hand steal. \u2014 Alice Newbold, Vogue , 31 May 2022",
"The genesis came after Brooker came to speak at an event sponsored by Gensler, Goldstein recalled. \u2014 Christiaan Hetzner, Fortune , 7 June 2022",
"Pantry Director Diane Renner said the genesis of Saturday\u2019s event came during a meeting weeks ago when one of the gardening staff members mentioned having read about the new legislation. \u2014 David Sharos, Chicago Tribune , 7 May 2022",
"But the real genesis of that incredible performance came in the opening minutes of the second half. \u2014 Kent Somers, The Arizona Republic , 4 May 2022"
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