the latest
noun
informal
1
: the most recent news or information about something
Have you heard the latest?
2
: the most recent or modern version of something
—+ in
The store carries the latest in home improvement products.
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The state-run Anadolu Agency said the 37-year-old suspect in the latest attack, identified as Metin O, allegedly shot and killed his wife in a street before firing from his car at a restaurant, killing its owner and an employee.
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ABC News, 18 May 2026
Niurvis Fabre, a 52-year-old teacher, also celebrated the latest arrival of aid for Cuba.
—Ariel Fernandez, Los Angeles Times, 18 May 2026
An easy place to see all the latest numbers, Earnings & Insights is sortable by company, category and quarter, helping executives keep up with their rivals and investors scope out their next investment.
—Evan Clark, Footwear News, 18 May 2026
Take the latest widespread upbeat spin on the nation’s job market.
—Jonathan Lansner, Oc Register, 18 May 2026
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ABC News, 18 May 2026
Niurvis Fabre, a 52-year-old teacher, also celebrated the latest arrival of aid for Cuba.
—Ariel Fernandez, Los Angeles Times, 18 May 2026
An easy place to see all the latest numbers, Earnings & Insights is sortable by company, category and quarter, helping executives keep up with their rivals and investors scope out their next investment.
—Evan Clark, Footwear News, 18 May 2026
Take the latest widespread upbeat spin on the nation’s job market.
—Jonathan Lansner, Oc Register, 18 May 2026
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“The latest.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20latest. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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