as in redesigning
to adapt to modern needs, taste, or usage
the movie is basically a retelling of the tried-and-true Cinderella story, updated for today's hipper audiences
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Recent Examples of updating
See the full list of winners, updating live.
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Jessica Wang, Entertainment Weekly, 15 Sep. 2025
This replaces one-time decisions with ongoing evaluation, updating and adjusting access in real time.
—Steve Riley, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025
Other additions to the Messages app, at least for people safely ensconced in a group of blue-bubble friends, are live-updating polls, and typing indicators that tell you which person in a group chat is typing.
—ArsTechnica, 15 Sep. 2025
With his new company, Lunaz (named for his daughter Luna), Lorenz sought to solve that issue by updating some of Britain’s most iconic vehicles with contemporary components and an electric drivetrain.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 13 Sep. 2025
The issue can be remedied by updating the cars' HVAC system, according to the recall notice.
—Melina Khan, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2025
The Ramirez family has spent the past few months preparing the space and redecorating — no major structural changes, but updating the decor and vibe for the new restaurant concept.
—Jared Kaufman, Twin Cities, 9 Sep. 2025
As a result, there's been speculation that some vendors shipped their SSDs without updating their firmware.
—PC Magazine, 9 Sep. 2025
Williams also recommends updating old containers and planters by adding fresh plantings or simple ferns.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 7 Sep. 2025
Jessica Wang, Entertainment Weekly, 15 Sep. 2025
This replaces one-time decisions with ongoing evaluation, updating and adjusting access in real time.
—Steve Riley, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025
Other additions to the Messages app, at least for people safely ensconced in a group of blue-bubble friends, are live-updating polls, and typing indicators that tell you which person in a group chat is typing.
—ArsTechnica, 15 Sep. 2025
With his new company, Lunaz (named for his daughter Luna), Lorenz sought to solve that issue by updating some of Britain’s most iconic vehicles with contemporary components and an electric drivetrain.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 13 Sep. 2025
The issue can be remedied by updating the cars' HVAC system, according to the recall notice.
—Melina Khan, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2025
The Ramirez family has spent the past few months preparing the space and redecorating — no major structural changes, but updating the decor and vibe for the new restaurant concept.
—Jared Kaufman, Twin Cities, 9 Sep. 2025
As a result, there's been speculation that some vendors shipped their SSDs without updating their firmware.
—PC Magazine, 9 Sep. 2025
Williams also recommends updating old containers and planters by adding fresh plantings or simple ferns.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 7 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for updating
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Food companies are learning to build flexibility into their operations, farmers are diversifying their markets and input sources, and restaurants are redesigning menus around supply chain reliability rather than just cost and taste.—
Phil Lempert,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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The line made other minor tweaks as well, such as redesigning its central Roundabout area to offer more indoor lounge space and lengthening the main pool.—
Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
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For organizations that are serious about modernizing their platforms and adopting AI to drive efficiency and growth, intelligent archiving should be a core part of their digital transformation and data readiness strategies.—
Sean Nathaniel,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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The city then heavily invested in modernizing the park in the ‘80s.—
Iona Brannon,
Travel + Leisure,
14 Sep. 2025
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If your collection still feels cluttered, try streamlining your storage.—
Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott,
Southern Living,
12 Sep. 2025
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For example, phrases like ‘realigning resources’, ‘streamlining operations’, or ‘shifting priorities’,can signal restructuring.—
Bryan Robinson,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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Khusnullin has earned Putin’s unconditional trust due to his lengthy experience in remaking cities.—
Yegor Mostovshikov,
The Dial,
9 Sep. 2025
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My mind taking apart, then remaking.—
Leila Chatti
September 5,
Literary Hub,
5 Sep. 2025
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“Updating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/updating. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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