Gen Z
Americannoun
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of Gen Z
First recorded in 1995–2000
Example Sentences
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“Over 70% of Gen Z and Millennials report borrowing from family members to cover basic needs,” Yardeni explains.
From Barron's • May 27, 2026
The analysts added that Gen Z appeared “most exposed to rising gas prices compared to other generations.”
From MarketWatch • May 26, 2026
Johnston carries the film and the emotional core, but Navarrette delivers the kind of instantly classic horror turn that will surely traumatize Gen Z for years.
From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026
If there’s a teenager in your life, you might well have heard of “boy kibble,” the latest Gen Z food trend to take over TikTok and Instagram.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026
If her track wins over Gen Z, some credit for that win is due to songwriter Kjersti Long’s contribution to the track; the teenage pop singer has a co-writer credit along with Johnson and Jones.
From Salon • May 2, 2024
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