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gen

noun

ˈjen

Definition of gen

chiefly British

as in news

a report of recent events or facts not previously known as he has for decades, he gets most of his gen from the BBC over the wireless

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Needless to say, hopes are high for all the info GTA fans have been waiting years to hear and see.

— Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026
The former City Hall contender didn’t respond to a comment for more info Deadline left on his IG post.

— Dominic Patten, Deadline, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of info

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The clubs use that data, as well as additional information gathered through other testing methods, to aid in the management of the training loads and performance of their athletes.

— Justin Birnbaum, Sportico.com, 10 Aug. 2026
Sadly, progress and trust in public health and science are now being eroded with through neglect, funding cuts, and information gaps.

— Dr. Marianne Parshley, Hartford Courant, 10 Aug. 2026

Definition of information

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Davis has provided accounts of his role in Tupac’s murder a number of times, and his story has remained fairly consistent over the years.

— Eric Levenson, CNN Money, 9 Aug. 2026
This collaboration represents a step in enabling filmmakers and creators to tell more immersive, emotionally rich stories with the highest global standards.

— Hannah Abraham, Forbes.com, 8 Aug. 2026

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