Gen Z stare

American

noun

Slang. a blank or expressionless look attributed to members of Generation Z, often interpreted as aloof or disengaged.

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These included "broligarchy," "Gen Z stare," and an entry from the world of emoticons -- the dynamite emoji.

From Barron's

The meme “Gen Z Stare” went viral on TikTok this summer, a reference to young people who seem to struggle to connect with older co-workers and customers.

From The Wall Street Journal

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