Gen Z
Americannoun
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Etymology
Origin of Gen Z
First recorded in 1995–2000
Example Sentences
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These recent surges may in turn reflect the growing popularity of birdwatching among young people, with reports Gen Z birders have flocked to nature reserves.
From BBC ● Jul. 27, 2026
Spotify reported a surge interest in audiobook translations of "The Odyssey": searches skyrocketed by 310 percent, with Gen Z and millennials leading the demand.
From Barron's ● Jul. 26, 2026
This is a movie made by a Gen Z director, geared toward his younger peers, many of whom are navigating romance in the digital age.
From Salon ● Jul. 22, 2026
On top of that, Gen Z reports loneliness at levels that surpass previous generations, which is exacerbated by an increasing reliance on social media to form connections.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 21, 2026
Gen Z TikTok influencer Sophie Rocha recently went viral for calling out the trend among younger workers.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 21, 2026
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