1
: extending up to the present time : including the latest information
up-to-date maps
2
: abreast of the times : modern
up-to-date methods
up-to-dately adverb
up-to-dateness noun

Examples of up-to-date in a Sentence

demanded the most up-to-date computer system available I'm afraid that I'm not up-to-date on that issue
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The end product is evidence, both thorough and up-to-date, that doesn’t overwhelm the clinicians who need to implement it. Anna Forsythe, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025 If the weather looks iffy, find the farm on Facebook for the most up-to-date information. Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 18 Sep. 2025 Instead, treat yourself to inexpensive newer pieces that are up-to-date with the current health standards. Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 14 Sep. 2025 As the authors noted, the percentage reduction in Covid-19 infection is on par with what has been seen for other preventive measures, such as being up-to-date on Covid vaccines. Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 12 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for up-to-date

Word History

First Known Use

1887, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of up-to-date was in 1887

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“Up-to-date.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/up-to-date. Accessed 20 Sep. 2025.

Kids Definition

up-to-date

adjective
1
: coming up to the present time
up-to-date maps
2
: knowing, being, or making use of what is new or modern
up-to-date methods
up-to-dateness noun

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