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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The Swedish offer consisted of advanced A26 submarines from Saab, which are equipped with the latest innovations and technologies.
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Abhishek Bhardwaj, Interesting Engineering, 27 Nov. 2025
In the latest twist in human evolution, scientists have discovered that a mysterious foot found in Ethiopia belonged to a previously unknown ancient relative.
—Elmira Aliieva, NBC news, 27 Nov. 2025
The couple came under a lot of viral scrutiny as the popular show earned a comeback thanks to the online explosion of the latest series.
—Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Nov. 2025
On the latest Sporticast episode, hosts Scott Soshnick and Eben Novy-Williams discuss some of the biggest sports business stories of the week, including the evolution of Thanksgiving and Black Friday as must-watch live sports holidays.
—Scott Soshnick, Sportico.com, 27 Nov. 2025
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Abhishek Bhardwaj, Interesting Engineering, 27 Nov. 2025
In the latest twist in human evolution, scientists have discovered that a mysterious foot found in Ethiopia belonged to a previously unknown ancient relative.
—Elmira Aliieva, NBC news, 27 Nov. 2025
The couple came under a lot of viral scrutiny as the popular show earned a comeback thanks to the online explosion of the latest series.
—Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Nov. 2025
On the latest Sporticast episode, hosts Scott Soshnick and Eben Novy-Williams discuss some of the biggest sports business stories of the week, including the evolution of Thanksgiving and Black Friday as must-watch live sports holidays.
—Scott Soshnick, Sportico.com, 27 Nov. 2025
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“The latest.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20latest. Accessed 28 Nov. 2025.
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