as in latest
a practice or interest that is very popular for a short time
a swimsuit that is the last word in sportswear this season
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Recent Examples of last word
The world can now hear Eric Dane‘s last words.
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Maya Georgi, Rolling Stone, 20 Feb. 2026
The Saturday disclosure was designed to be the Justice Department’s last word on the files, explaining why any documents were withheld and providing the legal basis for shielding any names.
—Rebecca Beitsch, The Hill, 18 Feb. 2026
The lethal injection took only 12 minutes to complete after Simpson gave his last words.
—Nolan Clay, Oklahoman, 12 Feb. 2026
Nervous hands rummaging for tissues in handbags, sweaty embraces, last words of advice—and then, we were gone.
—Literary Hub, 2 Feb. 2026
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Maya Georgi, Rolling Stone, 20 Feb. 2026
The Saturday disclosure was designed to be the Justice Department’s last word on the files, explaining why any documents were withheld and providing the legal basis for shielding any names.
—Rebecca Beitsch, The Hill, 18 Feb. 2026
The lethal injection took only 12 minutes to complete after Simpson gave his last words.
—Nolan Clay, Oklahoman, 12 Feb. 2026
Nervous hands rummaging for tissues in handbags, sweaty embraces, last words of advice—and then, we were gone.
—Literary Hub, 2 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for last word
Noun
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The latests forecasts show a new round of storm systems will increase rain chances across much of Northern California and the Central Valley in the coming days.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
9 Feb. 2026
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These latests features are designed for enterprises who want to integrate their AI technology with either existing Salesforce data or even their own data.—
Gene Marks,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
Noun
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While these input costs rise, the prices farmers receive for their crops has not followed the trend.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
17 Mar. 2026
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The state’s numbers align with national trends, with ICE’s data showing that 74% of detainees in the country haven’t been convicted of crime.—
Mathew Miranda,
Sacbee.com,
16 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The Twizzlers brand has introduced a new flavor of its fan-favorite Twizzlers straws that have been inspired by the dirty soda craze.—
Molly Burford,
Southern Living,
9 Mar. 2026
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So why not jump aboard the latest paint color craze for an overhaul that’s perfectly on trend?—
Patricia Shannon,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Hoover’s books inspire obsession, rage, devotion, the kind of energy that makes people purchase limited edition copies or declare themselves her biggest haters.—
CT Jones,
Rolling Stone,
13 Mar. 2026
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The visionary who saved rage rap from eternal Carti pastiche?—
Alphonse Pierre,
Pitchfork,
13 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Dismantling environmental protections is in vogue, even those enhancing safety and economic prosperity.—
Evan Mills,
Mercury News,
15 Mar. 2026
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There was once a brief time where trans*, with the asterisk, was in vogue.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
12 Mar. 2026
Noun
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But also, your upbeat enthusiasm will appeal to everyone!—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
17 Mar. 2026
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Those arguments have blunted voter enthusiasm for ballot measures to increase corporate taxes before, according to Baldassare.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
17 Mar. 2026
Noun
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With style, grace and a lot of love, the Lower Merion High School figure skating duo of Justin and Suri Lue know how to put on a cutting-edge show.—
Krystle Rich,
CBS News,
13 Mar. 2026
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As always, the trendsetter made a bold style statement in a white floral Eugene Alexander minidress, previously worn by Whitney Houston and Sarah Jessica Parker’s Carrie Bradshaw.—
Patrick Ryan,
USA Today,
13 Mar. 2026
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“Last word.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/last%20word. Accessed 18 Mar. 2026.
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