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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But the latest programming move by Disney should not just be seen as cowardly submission to an autocrat’s abuse of authority.
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Dave Smith, Fortune, 19 Sep. 2025
The follow-up to an elaborate 50th anniversary celebration, the latest season is set to kick off on October 4 with Bad Bunny returning to host, accompanied by Doja Cat as musical guest.
—Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 18 Sep. 2025
But even with all of those time pressures, each and every decision should be made with the latest, most complete and scientifically valid evidence available.
—Anna Forsythe, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
In the old days, Bob could be set on fire by the latest cause.
—Stephanie Zacharek, Time, 18 Sep. 2025
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Dave Smith, Fortune, 19 Sep. 2025
The follow-up to an elaborate 50th anniversary celebration, the latest season is set to kick off on October 4 with Bad Bunny returning to host, accompanied by Doja Cat as musical guest.
—Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 18 Sep. 2025
But even with all of those time pressures, each and every decision should be made with the latest, most complete and scientifically valid evidence available.
—Anna Forsythe, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
In the old days, Bob could be set on fire by the latest cause.
—Stephanie Zacharek, Time, 18 Sep. 2025
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“The latest.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20latest. Accessed 21 Sep. 2025.
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