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Discover LudwigThe phrase "are one generation behind" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe a situation where a group or entity is lagging in progress or development compared to the previous generation.
Example: "In terms of technology adoption, many rural communities are one generation behind urban areas."
Alternatives: "lagging a generation" or "trailing one generation".
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His attitudes are one generation behind.
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