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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If confirmed, the strike would mark the latest blow in a string of hits to Iran's military power since Israel launched its surprise attack last week targeting the country's nuclear capabilities.
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Rebecca Rosman, NPR, 16 June 2025
Topline The Trump Organization announced Monday its latest venture – a cell phone service and smartphone line– with clear branding tied to President Donald Trump, the latest example of blurred lines between Trump’s Oval Office position and his family’s private business dealings.
—Derek Saul, Forbes.com, 16 June 2025
The phone is just the latest in a long line of products that use the Trump name or endorsement.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 16 June 2025
In subscriber terms, analyst Omdia estimates that Spain ranks just No. 11 in Netflix markets, with 8.7 million subscribers, though Netflix heads pay TV/SVOD takeup with a whopping 40% market share, according to the latest figures released by Spain’s CNMV regulatory body.
—John Hopewell, Variety, 16 June 2025
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Rebecca Rosman, NPR, 16 June 2025
Topline The Trump Organization announced Monday its latest venture – a cell phone service and smartphone line– with clear branding tied to President Donald Trump, the latest example of blurred lines between Trump’s Oval Office position and his family’s private business dealings.
—Derek Saul, Forbes.com, 16 June 2025
The phone is just the latest in a long line of products that use the Trump name or endorsement.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 16 June 2025
In subscriber terms, analyst Omdia estimates that Spain ranks just No. 11 in Netflix markets, with 8.7 million subscribers, though Netflix heads pay TV/SVOD takeup with a whopping 40% market share, according to the latest figures released by Spain’s CNMV regulatory body.
—John Hopewell, Variety, 16 June 2025
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“The latest.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20latest. Accessed 19 Jun. 2025.
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